1984 Lancia Beta vs. 1961 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1984 Lancia Beta is newer by 23 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1984 Lancia Beta.
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, 1984 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Beta | 1961 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Lancia | Skoda |
| Model | Beta | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 38 L |
