1992 Renault 19 vs. 1965 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1992 Renault 19 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault 19 (79 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1965 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1965 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1992 Renault 19.
Because 1965 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 1965 Skoda 1202. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Renault 19, 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, 1992 Renault 19 (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Renault 19 | 1965 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | 19 | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 30 L |
