1976 Fiat 131 vs. 1961 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1976 Fiat 131 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 131 (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1976 Fiat 131.
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, 1976 Fiat 131 (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Fiat 131 | 1961 Skoda 1202 | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | 131 | 1202 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2690 mm |