1978 Mazda 929 vs. 1955 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1978 Mazda 929 is newer by 23 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 929 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1955 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1955 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 929 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1955 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, 1978 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda 929 | 1955 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | Mazda | Skoda |
Model | 929 | 1200 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1219 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |