1981 Holden Commodore vs. 1960 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1981 Holden Commodore is newer by 21 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 2,837 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Holden Commodore (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1960 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1960 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Holden Commodore weights approximately 210 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, 1981 Holden Commodore (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Commodore | 1960 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Holden | Skoda |
| Model | Commodore | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2837 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2690 mm |
