2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1961 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 48 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 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 950 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 2009 Dodge Nitro 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro 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 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 1961 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Dodge | Skoda |
| Model | Nitro | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 30 L |
