1953 Skoda 1200 vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1982 Toyota Camry is newer by 29 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Camry (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Camry weights approximately 90 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.
Because 1953 Skoda 1200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Skoda 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Toyota Camry (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Skoda 1200 | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | 1200 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
