1953 Skoda 1200 vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NP300 (131 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Because 2012 Nissan NP300 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, 2012 Nissan NP300 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, 2012 Nissan NP300 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Skoda 1200 | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Skoda | Nissan |
| Model | 1200 | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2960 mm |
