2009 Audi A5 vs. 1960 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 49 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1960 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1960 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
Because 2009 Audi A5 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, 2009 Audi A5 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, 2009 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 1960 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | A5 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 38 L |
