2004 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1961 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 715 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 Jaguar S-Type (525 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar S-Type | 1961 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Skoda |
| Model | S-Type | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 30 L |
