1990 Honda Civic vs. 1961 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1990 Honda Civic is newer by 29 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Civic weights approximately 16 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, 1990 Honda Civic, 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, 1990 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Civic | 1961 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Civic | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 30 L |
