1952 Skoda 1200 vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 57 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1952 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1952 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 500 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.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Skoda 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Skoda 1200. (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Skoda 1200 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Skoda | Subaru |
Model | 1200 | Forester |
Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |