1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 1961 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1972 Ford GT 40 is newer by 11 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1972 Ford GT 40.
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, 1972 Ford GT 40 (85 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm). This means 1972 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford GT 40 | 1961 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | GT 40 | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 38 L |
