1961 Skoda 1200 vs. 1996 Volvo V40
To start off, 1996 Volvo V40 is newer by 35 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 1,731 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volvo V40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo V40 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V40 should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo V40 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1961 Skoda 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Skoda 1200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Skoda 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V40, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Volvo V40 (164 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo V40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Skoda 1200 | 1996 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Skoda | Volvo |
| Model | 1200 | V40 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 1731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2570 mm |
