1979 Pontiac Trans Am vs. 1953 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1979 Pontiac Trans Am is newer by 26 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Trans Am (220 HP) has 185 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200.
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, 1979 Pontiac Trans Am (434 Nm) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm). This means 1979 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Pontiac Trans Am | 1953 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Skoda |
| Model | Trans Am | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 35 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |
