1973 Fiat 850 vs. 1953 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1973 Fiat 850 is newer by 20 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 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Skoda 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 850 (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 850 should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200.
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, 1953 Skoda 1200 (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1953 Skoda 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 850 | 1953 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | 850 | 1200 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2690 mm |