1960 Skoda 1200 vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 51 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Savana (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1960 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1960 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 1751 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2011 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 627 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Skoda 1200 | 2011 GMC Savana | |
Make | Skoda | GMC |
Model | 1200 | Savana |
Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2761 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 117 L |