1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1952 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1952 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1952 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 305 kg more than 1952 Skoda 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Skoda 1200. (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 1952 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
Model | Corvette | 1200 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2690 mm |