2009 Audi R8 vs. 1963 Skoda 1202
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1963 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Skoda 1202. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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, 2009 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1963 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | R8 | 1202 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 30 L |
