1961 Skoda 1202 vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 1978 Buick Century is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 325 kg more than 1961 Skoda 1202. 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, 1978 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Skoda 1202 | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | Skoda | Buick |
| Model | 1202 | Century |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
