1961 Skoda 1200 vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, 1980 Volvo 66 is newer by 19 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 1,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 66 (56 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 66 should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1200.
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, 1980 Volvo 66 (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Volvo 66 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Skoda 1200 | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Skoda | Volvo |
| Model | 1200 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
