1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1963 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1963 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1963 Skoda 1202 | |
Make | Mazda | Skoda |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 1202 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 30 L |