1983 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 1961 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair 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 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair (111 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 380 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.
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, 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair | 1961 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Skoda |
| Model | Debonair | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2690 mm |
