1993 Opel Calibra vs. 1969 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1993 Opel Calibra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1969 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Calibra weights approximately 89 kg more than 1969 Skoda 1202. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Opel Calibra | 1969 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Calibra | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
