1961 Ferrari 196 vs. 1961 Skoda 1202
To start off, both 1961 Ferrari 196 and 1961 Skoda 1202 were released in the same year (1961). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Ferrari 196 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ferrari 196 (208 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 196 should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 196.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ferrari 196 | 1961 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Skoda |
| Model | 196 | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1105 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2690 mm |
