2006 Porsche 911 vs. 1961 Skoda 1202
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1961 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche 911 | 1961 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Porsche | Skoda |
| Model | 911 | 1202 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 38 L |
