1948 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 1961 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1961 Skoda 1202 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jeep Station Wagon (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jeep Station Wagon should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 355 kg more than 1961 Skoda 1202. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Skoda 1202. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Jeep Station Wagon 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, 1948 Jeep Station Wagon (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1948 Jeep Station Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jeep Station Wagon | 1961 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Jeep | Skoda |
| Model | Station Wagon | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2690 mm |
