2001 Honda S-MX vs. 1953 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX is newer by 48 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S-MX weights approximately 320 kg more than 1953 Skoda 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Skoda 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX 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, 2001 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda S-MX | 1953 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | S-MX | 1200 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |