2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 1960 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fiesta (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1960 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1960 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 100 kg more than 1960 Skoda 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Skoda 1200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Skoda 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Ford Fiesta (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 1960 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Fiesta | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
