1985 Skoda L vs. 1969 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1985 Skoda L is newer by 16 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 1,219 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Skoda L (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1969 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Skoda L should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1985 Skoda L.
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, 1985 Skoda L (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Skoda L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Skoda L | 1969 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Skoda | Skoda |
| Model | L | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |
