2002 Honda Accord vs. 1963 Skoda 1202
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1963 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 285 kg more than 1963 Skoda 1202. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Skoda 1202. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord, 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, 2002 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 1963 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Accord | 1202 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 30 L |
