1972 Skoda 1202 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo (59 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 1972 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo.
Because 1972 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 1972 Skoda 1202. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo, 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, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo (115 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Skoda 1202 | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1202 | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2330 mm |
