1952 Skoda 1200 vs. 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 37 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1952 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1952 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 690 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, 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Skoda 1200. (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Skoda 1200 | 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Skoda | De Tomaso |
| Model | 1200 | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
