2001 Mercury Cougar vs. 1953 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2001 Mercury Cougar 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 2,543 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Cougar (196 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 397 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 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, 2001 Mercury Cougar, 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, 2001 Mercury Cougar (228 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercury Cougar | 1953 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Mercury | Skoda |
| Model | Cougar | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2543 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
