1953 Skoda 1200 vs. 1970 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1970 Zastava 1300 is newer by 17 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Zastava 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Zastava 1300 (53 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Zastava 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 30 kg more than 1970 Zastava 1300.
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, 1970 Zastava 1300 (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Zastava 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Skoda 1200 | 1970 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Skoda | Zastava |
| Model | 1200 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2430 mm |
