1961 Skoda 1200 vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 525 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 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Skoda 1200 | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Skoda | Subaru |
| Model | 1200 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 64 L |
