1977 Alpine A 110 vs. 1955 Skoda 1200

To start off, 1977 Alpine A 110 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alpine A 110 (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1955 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1955 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1977 Alpine A 110.

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, 1977 Alpine A 110 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Skoda 1200.

Compare all specifications:

1977 Alpine A 110 1955 Skoda 1200
Make Alpine Skoda
Model A 110 1200
Year Released 1977 1955
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 1647 cc 1219 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 95 HP 35 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 128 Nm 74 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 730 kg 1010 kg
Vehicle Length 3860 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1140 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2140 mm 2690 mm


 

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