1953 Skoda 1200 vs. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 26 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 460 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Skoda 1200 | 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | |
Make | Skoda | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 1200 | Alfa 6 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |