1978 Seat 127 vs. 1969 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1978 Seat 127 is newer by 9 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 1,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Skoda 1202 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Seat 127 (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1969 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Seat 127 should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1978 Seat 127.
Because 1969 Skoda 1202 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Skoda 1202. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Seat 127, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 127. (76 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1969 Skoda 1202 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Seat 127 | 1969 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Seat | Skoda |
| Model | 127 | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1010 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2690 mm |
