1960 Skoda 1200 vs. 2000 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2000 Toyota Avalon is newer by 40 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avalon (280 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1960 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1960 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 530 kg more than 1960 Skoda 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Skoda 1200 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 1960 Skoda 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avalon, 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, 2000 Toyota Avalon (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Skoda 1200 | 2000 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | 1200 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
