1990 Austin Maestro vs. 1968 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1990 Austin Maestro is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,273 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1968 Skoda 1202. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1968 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1990 Austin Maestro.
Because 1968 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 1968 Skoda 1202. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Austin Maestro, 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, 1990 Austin Maestro (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Austin Maestro | 1968 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Austin | Skoda |
| Model | Maestro | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 30 L |
