1994 Skoda Felicia vs. 1971 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1994 Skoda Felicia is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Skoda Felicia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Skoda Felicia (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1971 Skoda 1202. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Skoda Felicia should accelerate faster than 1971 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 187 kg more than 1994 Skoda Felicia.
Because 1971 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 1971 Skoda 1202. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Skoda Felicia, 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, 1994 Skoda Felicia (102 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Skoda Felicia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Skoda Felicia | 1971 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Skoda | Skoda |
| Model | Felicia | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2690 mm |
