1962 Skoda 1202 vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 47 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1962 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 79 kg more than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2009 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (128 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Skoda 1202. (87 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Skoda | Toyota |
Model | 1202 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 50 L |