1968 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1965 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior is newer by 3 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1965 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1965 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior.
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, 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior (136 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1965 Skoda 1202 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
Model | Junior | 1202 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2690 mm |