1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 1952 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1952 Skoda 1200 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,523 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Buick LeSabre (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1952 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1952 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 713 kg more than 1952 Skoda 1200. 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, 1951 Buick LeSabre (517 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Skoda 1200. (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Buick LeSabre | 1952 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | Buick | Skoda |
Model | LeSabre | 1200 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 517 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2690 mm |