1977 Avanti Avanti vs. 1953 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1977 Avanti Avanti is newer by 24 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 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 570 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, 1977 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Avanti Avanti | 1953 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | Avanti | Skoda |
Model | Avanti | 1200 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1953 |
Engine Size | 6570 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2690 mm |