1971 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 1962 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1971 Plymouth Barracuda is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 3,250 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Plymouth Barracuda (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1962 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1962 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 300 kg more than 1962 Skoda 1202. 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, 1971 Plymouth Barracuda (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Skoda 1202. (87 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Plymouth Barracuda | 1962 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Skoda |
| Model | Barracuda | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3250 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
