1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110 vs. 1960 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110 (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1960 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110 should accelerate faster than 1960 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1960 Skoda 1200. 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, 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110 (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | 1960 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
Model | W 110 | 1200 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 38 L |