1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1970 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1970 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1970 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1970 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 1970 Skoda 1202. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Charade | 1970 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
| Model | Charade | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2690 mm |
