1996 Rover 400 vs. 1972 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1996 Rover 400 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 400 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1972 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1972 Skoda 1202.
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 Rover 400, 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 Rover 400 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 400 | 1972 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Rover | Skoda |
| Model | 400 | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2690 mm |
