1952 Skoda 1200 vs. 1964 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1964 Triumph TR4 is newer by 12 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 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Triumph TR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Triumph TR4 (100 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1952 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Triumph TR4 should accelerate faster than 1952 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1964 Triumph TR4.
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, 1964 Triumph TR4 (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Skoda 1200. (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Triumph TR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Skoda 1200 | 1964 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | Skoda | Triumph |
| Model | 1200 | TR4 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2240 mm |
