1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 1953 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 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 4,519 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 625 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | 1953 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
Model | 450 | 1200 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4519 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2690 mm |