1974 Honda 145 vs. 1967 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1974 Honda 145 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,433 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Honda 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Honda 145 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1967 Skoda 1202. (42 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Honda 145 should accelerate faster than 1967 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 181 kg more than 1974 Honda 145.
Because 1967 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 1967 Skoda 1202. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Honda 145, 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, 1974 Honda 145 (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda 145 | 1967 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | 145 | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2690 mm |
