1972 Skoda 1202 vs. 2012 Porsche 911

To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 40 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (400 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1972 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 290 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.

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, 2012 Porsche 911 (440 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Skoda 1202.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Skoda 1202 2012 Porsche 911
Make Skoda Porsche
Model 1202 911
Year Released 1972 2012
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1219 cc 3800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 44 HP 400 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 7400 RPM
Torque 84 Nm 440 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 5600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1105 kg 1395 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4491 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1808 mm
Vehicle Height 1590 mm 1295 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2451 mm


 

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