1991 Porsche 968 vs. 1962 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1991 Porsche 968 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 2,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1962 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1962 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 968 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1962 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, 1991 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Skoda 1202. (87 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Porsche 968 | 1962 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Porsche | Skoda |
| Model | 968 | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2989 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 30 L |
