1972 Skoda 1202 vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 30 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (78 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1972 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1972 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 85 kg more than 1972 Skoda 1202. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (147 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Skoda 1202 | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | 1202 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
