1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1953 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 34 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 80 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1953 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Sierra | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 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 |
