1976 Chrysler 1609 vs. 1969 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1976 Chrysler 1609 is newer by 7 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 1,639 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler 1609 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler 1609 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1969 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler 1609 should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 13 kg more than 1976 Chrysler 1609.
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, 1976 Chrysler 1609 (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler 1609 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler 1609 | 1969 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Skoda |
| Model | 1609 | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2690 mm |
