2006 Honda Civic vs. 1970 Skoda 1202
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1970 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1970 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Skoda 1202. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic 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, 2006 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1970 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Civic | 1202 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |
