2001 BMW 316 vs. 1973 Skoda 1202
To start off, 2001 BMW 316 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 316 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1973 Skoda 1202. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1973 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 316 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1973 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, 2001 BMW 316 (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 316 | 1973 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 316 | 1202 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
