1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 1983 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1983 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Skoda Rapid R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Skoda Rapid R weights approximately 170 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000.
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, 1983 Skoda Rapid R (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 Skoda Rapid R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 1000 | 1983 Skoda Rapid R | |
Make | Abarth | Skoda |
Model | 1000 | Rapid R |
Year Released | 1958 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |