1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 1962 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1962 Skoda 1202 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Daimler DE 36. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Daimler DE 36 would be higher. At 5,459 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Daimler DE 36 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1962 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Daimler DE 36 should accelerate faster than 1962 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Daimler DE 36 weights approximately 1588 kg more than 1962 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, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (342 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Skoda 1202. (87 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Daimler DE 36 | 1962 Skoda 1202 | |
Make | Daimler | Skoda |
Model | DE 36 | 1202 |
Year Released | 1946 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5459 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 120 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 2690 mm |