1992 Fiat Vivace vs. 1961 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1992 Fiat Vivace is newer by 31 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Fiat Vivace (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1992 Fiat Vivace.
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, 1992 Fiat Vivace, 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, 1992 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Vivace | 1961 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Vivace | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2690 mm |
