2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 1961 Skoda 1202
To start off, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 42 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. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 499 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 7 kg more than 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1.
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, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 (638 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 1961 Skoda 1202 | |
Make | Nissan | Skoda |
Model | R 390 GT1 | 1202 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 638 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |