1972 Skoda 1202 vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2004 Subaru Baja is newer by 32 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Baja (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1972 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1972 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 475 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 2004 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Skoda 1202. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja 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, 2004 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Skoda 1202 | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Skoda | Subaru |
| Model | 1202 | Baja |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
