1967 Skoda 1202 vs. 1980 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1980 TVR Tasmin is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 TVR Tasmin (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1967 Skoda 1202. (42 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 1967 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 88 kg more than 1980 TVR Tasmin.
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, 1980 TVR Tasmin (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Skoda 1202 | 1980 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Skoda | TVR |
| Model | 1202 | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1017 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 63 L |
