2009 Fiat Fiorino vs. 1965 Skoda 1202
To start off, 2009 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Fiorino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Fiorino (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1965 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Fiorino should accelerate faster than 1965 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 150 kg more than 1965 Skoda 1202. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Skoda 1202. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Fiorino, 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, 2009 Fiat Fiorino (118 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Fiorino | 1965 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Fiorino | 1202 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 30 L |
