1961 Skoda 1202 vs. 1980 Chrysler 1609
To start off, 1980 Chrysler 1609 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Chrysler 1609 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chrysler 1609 (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chrysler 1609 should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1980 Chrysler 1609.
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, 1980 Chrysler 1609 (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Chrysler 1609 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Skoda 1202 | 1980 Chrysler 1609 | |
| Make | Skoda | Chrysler |
| Model | 1202 | 1609 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
