2005 Mazda Carol vs. 1969 Skoda 1202
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol is newer by 36 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 1,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Skoda 1202 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Carol (45 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1969 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 475 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Skoda 1202. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol will offer significantly more control. 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, 1969 Skoda 1202 (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Skoda 1202 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Carol | 1969 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | Carol | 1202 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 30 L |
