1967 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1969 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1969 Skoda 1202 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1969 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 391 kg more than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite.
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, 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin-Healey Sprite | 1969 Skoda 1202 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Skoda |
Model | Sprite | 1202 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 30 L |