1996 Fiat Tempra vs. 1962 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1996 Fiat Tempra is newer by 34 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Tempra (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1962 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1962 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1996 Fiat Tempra.
Because 1962 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 1962 Skoda 1202. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Tempra, 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, 1996 Fiat Tempra (111 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Skoda 1202. (87 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Tempra | 1962 Skoda 1202 | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | Tempra | 1202 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 30 L |