1953 Skoda 1200 vs. 1972 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1972 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 19 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 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Skoda 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Suzuki Fronte (36 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Suzuki Fronte should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1972 Suzuki Fronte.
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, 1953 Skoda 1200 (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (40 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1953 Skoda 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Skoda 1200 | 1972 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Skoda | Suzuki |
| Model | 1200 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2020 mm |
