2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1960 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda HR-V (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1960 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1960 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 247 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 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Skoda 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 2005 Honda HR-V (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 1960 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | HR-V | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |
