1963 Skoda 1202 vs. 1979 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1979 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Vauxhall Astra (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1963 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1979 Vauxhall Astra.
Because 1963 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 1963 Skoda 1202. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Vauxhall Astra, 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, 1979 Vauxhall Astra (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Skoda 1202 | 1979 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Skoda | Vauxhall |
| Model | 1202 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
