1960 Skoda 1200 vs. 2009 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen CC 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1960 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1960 Skoda 1200.
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 Volkswagen CC, 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 Volkswagen CC (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Skoda 1200 | 2009 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1200 | CC |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
