2000 Skoda Fabia vs. 1967 Skoda 1202
To start off, 2000 Skoda Fabia is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Fabia (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1967 Skoda 1202. (42 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1967 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2000 Skoda Fabia.
Because 1967 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 1967 Skoda 1202. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Fabia, 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 Skoda Fabia (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Skoda Fabia | 1967 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Skoda | Skoda |
| Model | Fabia | 1202 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 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 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 30 L |
