1962 Skoda 1202 vs. 1971 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1971 Toyota Corolla is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Skoda 1202 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Corolla (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1962 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1962 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1971 Toyota Corolla (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Skoda 1202. (87 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Skoda 1202 | 1971 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | 1202 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 46 L |
