1967 Alvis TF vs. 1961 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1967 Alvis TF is newer by 6 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alvis TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alvis TF (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alvis TF should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alvis TF weights approximately 445 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, 1967 Alvis TF (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Alvis TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alvis TF | 1961 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Alvis | Skoda |
| Model | TF | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 38 L |
