1992 Ford Escort vs. 1953 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 39 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 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 30 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.
Because 1953 Skoda 1200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Skoda 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Ford Escort (101 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1953 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Escort | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |
