1999 Nissan Sentra vs. 1953 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1999 Nissan Sentra is newer by 46 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), 1999 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Sentra (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1999 Nissan Sentra.
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, 1999 Nissan Sentra, 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, 1999 Nissan Sentra (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Sentra | 1953 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Sentra | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2690 mm |
