2003 Lincoln LS vs. 1962 Skoda 1202
To start off, 2003 Lincoln LS is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lincoln LS (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1962 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1962 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lincoln LS weights approximately 605 kg more than 1962 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, 2003 Lincoln LS (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Skoda 1202. (87 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lincoln LS | 1962 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Skoda |
| Model | LS | 1202 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 30 L |
