1966 Skoda 1202 vs. 1981 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1981 Triumph TR7 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Triumph TR7 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1966 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1966 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1981 Triumph TR7.
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, 1981 Triumph TR7 (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Skoda 1202 | 1981 Triumph TR7 | |
Make | Skoda | Triumph |
Model | 1202 | TR7 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |