1961 Skoda 1200 vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper weights approximately 235 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 Mini Cooper, 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 Mini Cooper (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Skoda 1200 | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Skoda | Mini |
Model | 1200 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1219 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3698 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 50 L |