1996 Audi A8 vs. 1952 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1996 Audi A8 is newer by 44 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1952 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1952 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A8 weights approximately 710 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.
Because 1996 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Skoda 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Audi A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Skoda 1200. (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A8 | 1952 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | A8 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2690 mm |
