1955 Daimler One-O-Four vs. 1982 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1982 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daimler One-O-Four would be higher. At 3,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Daimler One-O-Four is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Daimler One-O-Four (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1982 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Daimler One-O-Four should accelerate faster than 1982 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Daimler One-O-Four weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1982 Skoda Rapid R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1955 Daimler One-O-Four (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1955 Daimler One-O-Four will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Daimler One-O-Four | 1982 Skoda Rapid R | |
Make | Daimler | Skoda |
Model | One-O-Four | Rapid R |
Year Released | 1955 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3468 cc | 1287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |