1961 Skoda 1200 vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 49 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 491 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, 2010 Mazda 6, 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, 2010 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Skoda 1200 | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Skoda | Mazda |
| Model | 1200 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |
