1973 Porsche 914 vs. 1964 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1973 Porsche 914 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 914 (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1964 Skoda 1202. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 914 should accelerate faster than 1964 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1973 Porsche 914.
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, 1973 Porsche 914 (137 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Skoda 1202. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 914 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Porsche 914 | 1964 Skoda 1202 | |
Make | Porsche | Skoda |
Model | 914 | 1202 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 30 L |