1994 Nissan Sentra vs. 1961 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1994 Nissan Sentra is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Sentra (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 94 kg more than 1994 Nissan Sentra.
Because 1961 Skoda 1202 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 1202. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Sentra, 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, 1994 Nissan Sentra (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan Sentra | 1961 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Sentra | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1011 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2690 mm |
