1983 Skoda Rapid R vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Skoda Rapid R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Skoda Rapid R would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 800 kg more than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series 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 | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Skoda | BMW |
| Model | Rapid R | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.2 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 53 L |
