1972 Fiat Dino vs. 1971 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1972 Fiat Dino is newer by 1 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 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1971 Skoda 1202. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1971 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat Dino weights approximately 295 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.
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 Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat Dino | 1971 Skoda 1202 | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | Dino | 1202 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2690 mm |