1985 Morgan 4 vs. 1972 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1985 Morgan 4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Morgan 4 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1972 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1985 Morgan 4.
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, 1985 Morgan 4 (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Morgan 4 | 1972 Skoda 1202 | |
Make | Morgan | Skoda |
Model | 4 | 1202 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1219 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2690 mm |