1953 Skoda 1200 vs. 1968 Sunbeam Rapier
To start off, 1968 Sunbeam Rapier is newer by 15 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 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Sunbeam Rapier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Sunbeam Rapier (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Sunbeam Rapier should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Sunbeam Rapier weights approximately 20 kg more than 1953 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, 1968 Sunbeam Rapier (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Sunbeam Rapier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Skoda 1200 | 1968 Sunbeam Rapier | |
Make | Skoda | Sunbeam |
Model | 1200 | Rapier |
Year Released | 1953 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1725 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |