1953 Skoda 1200 vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1982 Toyota Celica 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 1,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Celica weights approximately 155 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, 1982 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Celica 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 Celica | |
Make | Skoda | Toyota |
Model | 1200 | Celica |
Year Released | 1953 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |