1969 Skoda 1202 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1969 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 350 kg more than 1969 Skoda 1202. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Skoda 1202. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman will offer significantly more control. 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 Mini Cooper Countryman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Skoda 1202 | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Skoda | Mini |
| Model | 1202 | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1174 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2596 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 47 L |
