1961 Skoda 1200 vs. 2012 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2012 Ford Taurus 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Taurus (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Taurus weights approximately 971 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 2012 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Skoda 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Taurus will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Taurus (474 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Skoda 1200 | 2012 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Skoda | Ford |
Model | 1200 | Taurus |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1219 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1981 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 72 L |