1977 Honda Civic vs. 1968 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1977 Honda Civic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Skoda 1202 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Honda Civic (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1968 Skoda 1202. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1968 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1977 Honda Civic.
Because 1968 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 1968 Skoda 1202. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Honda Civic, 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, 1968 Skoda 1202 (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Skoda 1202 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Civic | 1968 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Civic | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 30 L |
