1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1968 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1972 Fiat 124 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (59 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1968 Skoda 1202. (45 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1968 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124.
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, 1972 Fiat 124 (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 124 | 1968 Skoda 1202 | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | 124 | 1202 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 45 HP |
Torque | 89 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 30 L |