2004 Holden Berlina vs. 1961 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2004 Holden Berlina is newer by 43 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Berlina weights approximately 630 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, 2004 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Berlina | 1961 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Holden | Skoda |
| Model | Berlina | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2690 mm |
