2001 Daihatsu U4 B vs. 1961 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is newer by 40 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 1,219 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Skoda 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B.
Because 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Skoda 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu U4 B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu U4 B | 1961 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
| Model | U4 B | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2690 mm |
