1973 Skoda 1202 vs. 1974 Skoda S 110 R
To start off, 1974 Skoda S 110 R is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Skoda 1202 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Skoda S 110 R (51 HP @ 4650 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1973 Skoda 1202. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Skoda S 110 R should accelerate faster than 1973 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1974 Skoda S 110 R.
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, 1974 Skoda S 110 R (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Skoda S 110 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Skoda 1202 | 1974 Skoda S 110 R | |
| Make | Skoda | Skoda |
| Model | 1202 | S 110 R |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 68 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
