1953 Skoda 1200 vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 58 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 1,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Insight weights approximately 231 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, 2011 Honda Insight, 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, 2011 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Skoda 1200 | 2011 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Skoda | Honda |
| Model | 1200 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |
