1977 Honda Accord vs. 1955 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1977 Honda Accord 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1955 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1955 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord.
Because 1955 Skoda 1200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Skoda 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 1955 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Accord | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2690 mm |
