2005 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1970 Skoda 1202
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 35 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Prizm (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1970 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1970 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Prizm.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Prizm, 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, 2005 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Prizm | 1970 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Prizm | 1202 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |
