1969 Skoda 1202 vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1969 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 163 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige.
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, 2011 Lotus Exige (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Skoda 1202 | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Skoda | Lotus |
Model | 1202 | Exige |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1174 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 44 L |