1953 Skoda 1200 vs. 1966 Triumph 1300
To start off, 1966 Triumph 1300 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Triumph 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Triumph 1300 (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Triumph 1300 should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1966 Triumph 1300.
Because 1953 Skoda 1200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Skoda 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Triumph 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1966 Triumph 1300 (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Triumph 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Skoda 1200 | 1966 Triumph 1300 | |
| Make | Skoda | Triumph |
| Model | 1200 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |
