1987 Peugeot 505 vs. 1961 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 505 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 505 (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1961 Skoda 1202. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Peugeot 505 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Peugeot 505 | 1961 Skoda 1202 | |
Make | Peugeot | Skoda |
Model | 505 | 1202 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2690 mm |