2007 Opel Antara vs. 1961 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2007 Opel Antara is newer by 46 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 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 795 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.
Because 2007 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Skoda 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara 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, 2007 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Antara | 1961 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Antara | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 30 L |
