1965 Skoda 1202 vs. 2012 Honda Accord

To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 47 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1965 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1965 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 339 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 1965 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 1965 Skoda 1202. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord, 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, 2012 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Skoda 1202.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Skoda 1202 2012 Honda Accord
Make Skoda Honda
Model 1202 Accord
Year Released 1965 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1221 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 44 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 84 Nm 219 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1105 kg 1444 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4851 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1849 mm
Vehicle Height 1590 mm 1433 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2741 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 30 L 70 L


 

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