1961 Skoda 1200 vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Prius (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 370 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 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, 2013 Toyota Prius, 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, 2013 Toyota Prius (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Skoda 1200 | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | 1200 | Prius |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 45 L |
