2002 Rover 45 vs. 1969 Skoda 1202
To start off, 2002 Rover 45 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rover 45 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1969 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda 1202.
Because 1969 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 1969 Skoda 1202. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Rover 45, 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 Rover 45 (123 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Rover 45 | 1969 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Rover | Skoda |
| Model | 45 | 1202 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 30 L |
