1959 Ford 12 M vs. 1960 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1960 Skoda 1200 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford 12 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ford 12 M (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1960 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ford 12 M should accelerate faster than 1960 Skoda 1200.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford 12 M | 1960 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | 12 M | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
