1963 Skoda 1202 vs. 1998 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1998 Toyota Avensis is newer by 35 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Avensis (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1963 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 175 kg more than 1963 Skoda 1202. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Toyota Avensis, 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, 1998 Toyota Avensis (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Skoda 1202 | 1998 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | 1202 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
