2002 Honda Accord vs. 1961 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 41 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 580 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.
Because 2002 Honda Accord 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, 2002 Honda Accord 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, 2002 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 1961 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Accord | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 30 L |
