1953 Skoda 1200 vs. 1999 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1999 Toyota Previa is newer by 46 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 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Previa (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Previa weights approximately 605 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, 1999 Toyota Previa, 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, 1999 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Skoda 1200 | 1999 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | 1200 | Previa |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
