1971 Lancia 2000 vs. 1971 Skoda 1202
To start off, both 1971 Lancia 2000 and 1971 Skoda 1202 were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Lancia 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lancia 2000 (117 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1971 Skoda 1202. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lancia 2000 should accelerate faster than 1971 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lancia 2000 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1971 Skoda 1202. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Skoda 1202 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Skoda 1202. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Lancia 2000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lancia 2000 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Lancia 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lancia 2000 | 1971 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Lancia | Skoda |
| Model | 2000 | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |
