1971 Ford Escort vs. 1967 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1971 Ford Escort is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Skoda 1202 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Skoda 1202 (42 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1971 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Skoda 1202 should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1971 Ford Escort. 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, 1967 Skoda 1202 (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Skoda 1202 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford Escort | 1967 Skoda 1202 | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Escort | 1202 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 42 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2690 mm |