1977 Ford Capri vs. 1961 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1977 Ford Capri is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Capri (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1200.
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, 1977 Ford Capri (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Capri | 1961 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Capri | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2690 mm |
