1962 Skoda 1202 vs. 1982 Ford Laser
To start off, 1982 Ford Laser is newer by 20 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1962 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1962 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1982 Ford Laser.
Because 1962 Skoda 1202 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Skoda 1202. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Ford Laser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Ford Laser (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Skoda 1202. (87 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Skoda 1202 | 1982 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Skoda | Ford |
| Model | 1202 | Laser |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |
