1992 Renault 21 vs. 1960 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1992 Renault 21 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1960 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1960 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1992 Renault 21.
Because 1960 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 1960 Skoda 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Renault 21, 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 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Renault 21 | 1960 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | 21 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |
