1971 Skoda 1202 vs. 2011 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1971 Skoda 1202. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A3 weights approximately 465 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 2011 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Skoda 1202. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 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, 2011 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Skoda 1202 | 2011 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Skoda | Audi |
| Model | 1202 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1174 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2578 mm |
