1955 Skoda 1200 vs. 1981 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1981 Toyota Corona is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Corona (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1955 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1955 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corona.
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, 1981 Toyota Corona (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Skoda 1200 | 1981 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Skoda | Toyota |
Model | 1200 | Corona |
Year Released | 1955 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1219 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |