1994 Lotus Esprit vs. 1952 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1994 Lotus Esprit is newer by 42 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1952 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1952 Skoda 1200.
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, 1994 Lotus Esprit (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Skoda 1200. (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lotus Esprit | 1952 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Lotus | Skoda |
| Model | Esprit | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2690 mm |
