1961 Skoda 1200 vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 635 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 Mustang (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang | |
Make | Skoda | Ford |
Model | 1200 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1219 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 61 L |