2002 Holden UTE vs. 1971 Skoda 1202
To start off, 2002 Holden UTE is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1971 Skoda 1202. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1971 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden UTE weights approximately 395 kg more than 1971 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, 2002 Holden UTE (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden UTE | 1971 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Holden | Skoda |
| Model | UTE | 1202 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2690 mm |
