1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1952 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 13 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1952 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1952 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
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, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Skoda 1200. (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1952 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
Model | Giulia | 1200 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2690 mm |