1970 Maserati Mistral vs. 1953 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1970 Maserati Mistral is newer by 17 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 255 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.
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, 1970 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Maserati Mistral | 1953 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Maserati | Skoda |
| Model | Mistral | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |
