2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1969 Skoda 1202
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 39 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Jazz (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1969 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 92 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz.
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, 2008 Honda Jazz, 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, 2008 Honda Jazz (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 1969 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Jazz | 1202 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1013 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 30 L |
