1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 1952 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1954 Fiat 1100 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Skoda 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Fiat 1100 (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1952 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Fiat 1100 should accelerate faster than 1952 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1952 Skoda 1200 (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1952 Skoda 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Fiat 1100 | 1952 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | 1100 | 1200 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2690 mm |