1952 Skoda 1200 vs. 1963 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1963 Toyota Publica is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Skoda 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Skoda 1200 (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Skoda 1200 should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1963 Toyota Publica. 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, 1952 Skoda 1200 (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1952 Skoda 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Skoda 1200 | 1963 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Skoda | Toyota |
Model | 1200 | Publica |
Year Released | 1952 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2140 mm |