1985 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1953 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1985 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 32 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 2,292 cc, 1985 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda RX-7 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1953 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, 1985 Mazda RX-7 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda RX-7 | 1953 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | RX-7 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2690 mm |
