1953 Skoda 1200 vs. 1983 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1983 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 30 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volkswagen Golf (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1983 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 1983 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1983 Volkswagen Golf (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Skoda 1200 | 1983 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1200 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2480 mm |
