1953 Skoda 1200 vs. 2010 Opel Agila
To start off, 2010 Opel Agila 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 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Skoda 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Agila (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2010 Opel Agila.
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 Opel Agila, 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 Opel Agila (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Skoda 1200 | 2010 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Skoda | Opel |
| Model | 1200 | Agila |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |
