1968 Peugeot 204 vs. 1971 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1971 Skoda 1202 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Skoda 1202 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Peugeot 204 (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1971 Skoda 1202. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Peugeot 204 should accelerate faster than 1971 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 204.
Because 1971 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 1971 Skoda 1202. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Peugeot 204, 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, both vehicles can yield 84 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Peugeot 204 | 1971 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Skoda |
| Model | 204 | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
