2008 BMW 116 vs. 1970 Skoda 1202
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 is newer by 38 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 116 (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1970 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1970 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 116 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1970 Skoda 1202. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 BMW 116 (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 116 | 1970 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 116 | 1202 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2690 mm |
