1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1970 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (91 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1970 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1970 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Valiant.
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, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 1970 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Skoda |
| Model | Valiant | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2690 mm |
