1965 Skoda 1202 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 45 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1965 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1965 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 452 kg more than 1965 Skoda 1202. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Skoda 1202. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Skoda 1202 | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1202 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 64 L |
