1992 Citroen BX vs. 1969 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1992 Citroen BX is newer by 23 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1969 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1992 Citroen BX.
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, 1992 Citroen BX, 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, 1992 Citroen BX (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 1969 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | BX | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 30 L |
