1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1966 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1966 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1966 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1966 Skoda 1202. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 1966 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Express | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2690 mm |
