1962 Skoda 1202 vs. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country

To start off, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 50 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1962 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1962 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1005 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.

Because 1962 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 1962 Skoda 1202. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Skoda 1202. (87 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Skoda 1202.

Compare all specifications:

1962 Skoda 1202 2012 Chrysler Town & Country
Make Skoda Chrysler
Model 1202 Town & Country
Year Released 1962 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1221 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 44 HP 283 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 87 Nm 352 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 1105 kg 2110 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 5151 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1999 mm
Vehicle Height 1590 mm 1725 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 3078 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 30 L 76 L