1984 Holden Commodore vs. 1961 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1984 Holden Commodore is newer by 23 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Commodore (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Commodore weights approximately 210 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, 1984 Holden Commodore (232 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Commodore | 1961 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Holden | Skoda |
| Model | Commodore | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2690 mm |
