1971 BMW 2002 vs. 1963 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1971 BMW 2002 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 BMW 2002 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 2002 (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1963 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1971 BMW 2002.
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, 1971 BMW 2002 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 2002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 2002 | 1963 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 2002 | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 30 L |
