1979 Peugeot 505 vs. 1960 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1979 Peugeot 505 is newer by 19 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Peugeot 505 (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1960 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1960 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 365 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, 1979 Peugeot 505 (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Peugeot 505 | 1960 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | Peugeot | Skoda |
Model | 505 | 1200 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2690 mm |