1960 Skoda 1200 vs. 1998 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1960 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1960 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Vitara.
Because 1998 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Skoda 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1998 Suzuki Vitara (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Skoda 1200 | 1998 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Skoda | Suzuki |
| Model | 1200 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 42 L |
