1961 Skoda 1200 vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 52 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (222 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 440 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Skoda 1200 | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Skoda | Ford |
| Model | 1200 | E-Series |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.38:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 150 L |
