1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1955 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 1,219 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Skoda 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Daihatsu Charade (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1955 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1955 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1955 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 1955 Skoda 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 1993 Daihatsu Charade (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Charade | 1955 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
| Model | Charade | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 991 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2690 mm |
