1975 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1953 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 22 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT.
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, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo GT | 1953 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
| Model | GT | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2690 mm |
