1965 Skoda 1202 vs. 1973 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 2,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Vauxhall Firenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1965 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza should accelerate faster than 1965 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza.
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, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza (196 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm). This means 1973 Vauxhall Firenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Skoda 1202 | 1973 Vauxhall Firenza | |
| Make | Skoda | Vauxhall |
| Model | 1202 | Firenza |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 97.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 36 L |
