1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1952 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1991 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Caterham Super 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1952 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1952 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
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, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Skoda 1200. (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Caterham Super 7 | 1952 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | Caterham | Skoda |
Model | Super 7 | 1200 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2690 mm |