1952 Skoda 1200 vs. 1967 Subaru 360
To start off, 1967 Subaru 360 is newer by 15 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 15 more horse power than 1967 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Skoda 1200 should accelerate faster than 1967 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1967 Subaru 360. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Subaru 360. (35 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1952 Skoda 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Skoda 1200 | 1967 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Skoda | Subaru |
| Model | 1200 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 1810 mm |
