1965 Skoda 1202 vs. 2012 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix35 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai ix35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai ix35 (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1965 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai ix35 should accelerate faster than 1965 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 574 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 2012 Hyundai ix35 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Skoda 1202. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai ix35 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, 2012 Hyundai ix35 (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Skoda 1202 | 2012 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Skoda | Hyundai |
| Model | 1202 | ix35 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
