2000 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1972 Skoda 1202
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 28 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1972 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1972 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm.
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, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm, 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, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Prizm | 1972 Skoda 1202 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
Model | Prizm | 1202 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1219 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |