2006 Renault Clio vs. 1973 Skoda 1202
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1973 Skoda 1202. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1973 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Renault Clio.
Because 1973 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 1973 Skoda 1202. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio, 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, 2006 Renault Clio (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Clio | 1973 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | Clio | 1202 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2690 mm |
