1979 Mazda 929 vs. 1961 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1979 Mazda 929 is newer by 18 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 929 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 929 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1961 Skoda 1202. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda 929 | 1961 Skoda 1202 | |
Make | Mazda | Skoda |
Model | 929 | 1202 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |