1968 Skoda 1202 vs. 1955 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1968 Skoda 1202 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 1,192 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Skoda 1202 (45 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Skoda 1202 should accelerate faster than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1955 Volkswagen Beetle (89 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1955 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Skoda 1202 | 1955 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
Model | 1202 | Beetle |
Year Released | 1968 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1174 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 64 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |