1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1969 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 28 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 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1969 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 30 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1969 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
| Model | 145 | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
