1993 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1952 Skoda 1200

To start off, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood is newer by 41 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1952 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1952 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 970 kg more than 1952 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, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Skoda 1200. (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Skoda 1200.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Cadillac Fleetwood 1952 Skoda 1200
Make Cadillac Skoda
Model Fleetwood 1200
Year Released 1993 1952
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5733 cc 1221 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 185 HP 35 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 75 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 2500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1980 kg 1010 kg
Vehicle Length 5720 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 3090 mm 2690 mm


 

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