1960 Skoda 1200 vs. 2009 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i20 is newer by 49 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i20 (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1960 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1960 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 75 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, 2009 Hyundai i20, 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, 2009 Hyundai i20 (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Skoda 1200 | 2009 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Skoda | Hyundai |
Model | 1200 | i20 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2525 mm |