1981 Matra-Simca Murena vs. 1969 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1981 Matra-Simca Murena is newer by 12 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 2,154 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Matra-Simca Murena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Matra-Simca Murena (91 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1969 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Matra-Simca Murena should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1981 Matra-Simca Murena.
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, 1981 Matra-Simca Murena (136 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Matra-Simca Murena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Matra-Simca Murena | 1969 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Skoda |
| Model | Murena | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2154 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2690 mm |
