1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1969 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1969 Skoda 1202 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1969 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda 1202.
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, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1969 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
| Model | 220 | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 30 L |
