1961 Ford Zodiac vs. 1967 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1967 Skoda 1202 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ford Zodiac (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1967 Skoda 1202. (42 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1967 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 86 kg more than 1967 Skoda 1202. 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, 1961 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Zodiac | 1967 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Zodiac | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 30 L |
