2009 Porsche Cayman vs. 1962 Skoda 1202
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 3,385 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1962 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1962 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 425 kg more than 1962 Skoda 1202. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Skoda 1202. (87 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayman | 1962 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Porsche | Skoda |
| Model | Cayman | 1202 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3385 cc | 1221 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 30 L |
