1961 Skoda 1202 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 39 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (221 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 410 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.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Skoda 1202. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Skoda 1202 | 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1202 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 63 L |
