1996 Kia Avella vs. 1972 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1996 Kia Avella is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Avella (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1972 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1972 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1996 Kia Avella.
Because 1972 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 1972 Skoda 1202. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Kia Avella, 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 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 1972 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Kia | Skoda |
| Model | Avella | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2690 mm |
