2001 Honda City vs. 1970 Skoda 1202
To start off, 2001 Honda City is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1970 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1970 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2001 Honda City.
Because 1970 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 1970 Skoda 1202. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda City, 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, 2001 Honda City (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda City | 1970 Skoda 1202 | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | City | 1202 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |