1963 Peugeot 404 vs. 1969 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1969 Skoda 1202 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Peugeot 404 (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1969 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Peugeot 404 should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1963 Peugeot 404.
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, 1963 Peugeot 404 (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Peugeot 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Peugeot 404 | 1969 Skoda 1202 | |
Make | Peugeot | Skoda |
Model | 404 | 1202 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1618 cc | 1174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 30 L |