1953 Skoda 1200 vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1974 Toyota Corolla is newer by 21 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Corolla (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1974 Toyota Corolla (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Skoda 1200 | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Skoda | Toyota |
Model | 1200 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1953 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2380 mm |