1953 Skoda 1200 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 59 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, 2012 Chevrolet Spark (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Spark.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Spark, 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, 2012 Chevrolet Spark (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Spark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Skoda 1200 | 2012 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Skoda | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1200 | Spark |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2350 mm |
