1988 Maserati 420 vs. 1972 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1988 Maserati 420 is newer by 16 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 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1972 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1972 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Maserati 420 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1972 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, 1988 Maserati 420 (259 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Maserati 420 | 1972 Skoda 1202 | |
Make | Maserati | Skoda |
Model | 420 | 1202 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1219 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |