1953 Skoda 1200 vs. 2000 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 47 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Samurai (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 74 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Samurai.
Because 2000 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Skoda 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Suzuki Samurai (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Skoda 1200 | 2000 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Skoda | Suzuki |
| Model | 1200 | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2490 mm |
