1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 1953 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 35 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 310 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 1953 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Skoda |
| Model | Sapporo | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
