2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1969 Skoda 1202
To start off, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 35 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 1,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1969 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 5 kg more than 1969 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, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata (170 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1969 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 1202 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 30 L |
