2001 Porsche GT2 vs. 1961 Skoda 1202
To start off, 2001 Porsche GT2 is newer by 40 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche GT2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche GT2 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1961 Skoda 1202. 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, 2001 Porsche GT2 (621 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 537 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Porsche GT2 | 1961 Skoda 1202 | |
Make | Porsche | Skoda |
Model | GT2 | 1202 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 456 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 621 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2690 mm |