1968 Skoda 1202 vs. 1998 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1998 Subaru Impreza is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1968 Skoda 1202. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1968 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 39 kg more than 1968 Skoda 1202. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Skoda 1202. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Skoda 1202 | 1998 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Skoda | Subaru |
| Model | 1202 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1174 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1144 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
