1974 Honda Life vs. 1965 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1974 Honda Life is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Skoda 1202 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Skoda 1202 (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Skoda 1202 should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1974 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Skoda 1202. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Honda Life, 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, 1965 Skoda 1202 (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1965 Skoda 1202 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Honda Life | 1965 Skoda 1202 | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Life | 1202 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 30 L |