2009 Pontiac Vibe vs. 1960 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Vibe 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Vibe (159 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1960 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1960 Skoda 1200.
Because 1960 Skoda 1200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Skoda 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Vibe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Pontiac Vibe (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac Vibe | 1960 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Skoda |
| Model | Vibe | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 38 L |
