1999 Kia Retona vs. 1969 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1999 Kia Retona 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1969 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Retona weights approximately 765 kg more than 1969 Skoda 1202. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Skoda 1202. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Retona | 1969 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Kia | Skoda |
| Model | Retona | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2690 mm |
