1961 Skoda 1200 vs. 2012 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2012 Fiat Croma is newer by 51 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2012 Fiat Croma.
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, 2012 Fiat Croma, 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, 2012 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Skoda 1200 | 2012 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Skoda | Fiat |
Model | 1200 | Croma |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1219 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 62 L |