1999 Ford Falcon vs. 1961 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1999 Ford Falcon is newer by 38 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 3,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Falcon weights approximately 520 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, 1999 Ford Falcon (366 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Falcon | 1961 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Falcon | 1200 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1219 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 7.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 30 L |