1967 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1953 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1967 Jeep CJ5 is newer by 14 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jeep CJ5 (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1953 Skoda 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Skoda 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Jeep CJ5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1967 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jeep CJ5 | 1953 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Jeep | Skoda |
| Model | CJ5 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2690 mm |
