1962 Skoda 1202 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 37 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Fusca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Fusca (52 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1962 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Fusca should accelerate faster than 1962 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca.
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 Volkswagen Fusca (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Skoda 1202. (87 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Fusca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Skoda 1202 | 1999 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1202 | Fusca |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
