1969 Skoda 1202 vs. 1953 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1969 Skoda 1202 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Skoda 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Skoda 1202 (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Skoda 1202 should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1953 Skoda 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1969 Skoda 1202 (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Skoda 1202 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Skoda 1202 | 1953 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Skoda | Skoda |
| Model | 1202 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1174 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2690 mm |
