1984 Renault 4 vs. 1953 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1984 Renault 4 is newer by 31 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 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Skoda 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Skoda 1200 (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Skoda 1200 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1984 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Skoda 1200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Skoda 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Renault 4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1953 Skoda 1200 (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1953 Skoda 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 4 | 1953 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | 4 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |
