1958 AC Aceca vs. 1953 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1958 AC Aceca is newer by 5 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Aceca (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1958 AC Aceca.
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:
| 1958 AC Aceca | 1953 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | AC | Skoda |
| Model | Aceca | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2690 mm |
