1953 Skoda 1200 vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 57 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C5 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 432 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, 2010 Citroen C5, 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, 2010 Citroen C5 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Skoda 1200 | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Skoda | Citroen |
| Model | 1200 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
