1983 Cadillac Seville vs. 1961 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1983 Cadillac Seville is newer by 22 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 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Cadillac Seville (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 660 kg more than 1961 Skoda 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Skoda 1200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Skoda 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Cadillac Seville | 1961 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Skoda |
| Model | Seville | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2690 mm |
