1955 Porsche 550 A vs. 1953 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1955 Porsche 550 A is newer by 2 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Porsche 550 A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Porsche 550 A (108 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Porsche 550 A should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1955 Porsche 550 A.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Porsche 550 A | 1953 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Porsche | Skoda |
| Model | 550 A | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2690 mm |
