1983 Skoda Rapid R vs. 1971 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1983 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph 1500 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Triumph 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Skoda Rapid R (62 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1971 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Skoda Rapid R should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Triumph 1500 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1983 Skoda Rapid R.
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, 1971 Triumph 1500 (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1971 Triumph 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Skoda Rapid R | 1971 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Skoda | Triumph |
| Model | Rapid R | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.6 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 63 L |
