2006 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1966 Skoda 1202
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1966 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1966 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 623 kg more than 1966 Skoda 1202. 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, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar S-Type | 1966 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Skoda |
| Model | S-Type | 1202 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1172 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 | 411 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1728 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 30 L |
