1961 Skoda 1202 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 52 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 815 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Skoda 1202 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Skoda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1202 | E |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4698 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2015 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1402 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
