1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1969 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 30 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1969 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio.
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, 1999 Fiat Palio, 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, 1999 Fiat Palio (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 1969 Skoda 1202 | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | Palio | 1202 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 30 L |