1961 Skoda 1202 vs. 1988 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1988 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 27 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volkswagen Passat (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1988 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 1961 Skoda 1202 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 1202. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 1988 Volkswagen Passat (121 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Skoda 1202 | 1988 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1202 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 42 L |
