1961 Skoda 1200 vs. 1964 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1964 Triumph Vitesse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 1,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1964 Triumph Vitesse.
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, 1964 Triumph Vitesse (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Skoda 1200 | 1964 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | Skoda | Triumph |
Model | 1200 | Vitesse |
Year Released | 1961 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1219 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 29 L |