2004 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1964 Skoda 1202
To start off, 2004 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1964 Skoda 1202. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1964 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2004 Fiat Barchetta.
Because 1964 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 1964 Skoda 1202. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Barchetta, 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, 2004 Fiat Barchetta (162 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Skoda 1202. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Barchetta | 1964 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Barchetta | 1202 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 30 L |
