1955 Skoda 1200 vs. 1985 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1985 Toyota Corolla is newer by 30 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Corolla (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1955 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1955 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1985 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1955 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 1955 Skoda 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1985 Toyota Corolla (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Skoda 1200 | 1985 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | 1200 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2440 mm |
