1986 Ford Sierra vs. 1953 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1986 Ford Sierra is newer by 33 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Sierra (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Sierra weights approximately 4 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, 1986 Ford Sierra (143 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Sierra | 1953 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Sierra | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
