1958 Holden FE vs. 1953 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1958 Holden FE 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 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Holden FE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Holden FE (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Holden FE should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1958 Holden FE.
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, 1958 Holden FE (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Holden FE | 1953 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | Holden | Skoda |
Model | FE | 1200 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2690 mm |