1953 Skoda 1200 vs. 2011 Volvo S60
To start off, 2011 Volvo S60 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S60 weights approximately 759 kg more than 1953 Skoda 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Skoda 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S60 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, 2011 Volvo S60 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Skoda 1200 | 2011 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Skoda | Volvo |
Model | 1200 | S60 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1769 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2776 mm |