1961 Skoda 1202 vs. 1999 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR2 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota MR2 (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR2.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Toyota MR2 (176 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Skoda 1202 | 1999 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | 1202 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 87 L |
