1961 Skoda 1200 vs. 2009 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2009 Toyota Venza is newer by 48 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1200.
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, 2009 Toyota Venza, 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, 2009 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Skoda 1200 | 2009 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | 1200 | Venza |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 67 L |
