1984 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1965 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1984 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 19 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, 1984 Fiat Ritmo (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1965 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1965 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1984 Fiat Ritmo.
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, 1984 Fiat Ritmo, 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, 1984 Fiat Ritmo (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Ritmo | 1965 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Ritmo | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2690 mm |
