1953 Skoda 1200 vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 60 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (179 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 695 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, 2013 Toyota Venza, 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, 2013 Toyota Venza (247 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Skoda 1200 | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Skoda | Toyota |
Model | 1200 | Venza |
Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 247 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 | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2775 mm |