1978 Chrysler Avenger vs. 1953 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1978 Chrysler Avenger is newer by 25 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler Avenger (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Avenger should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1978 Chrysler Avenger.
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, 1978 Chrysler Avenger (96 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Avenger | 1953 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Skoda |
| Model | Avenger | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2690 mm |
