1964 MG MGB vs. 1969 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1969 Skoda 1202 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 MG MGB would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 MG MGB (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1969 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1964 MG MGB.
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, 1964 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 MG MGB | 1969 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | MG | Skoda |
| Model | MGB | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2690 mm |
