2001 Noble M12 vs. 1981 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 2001 Noble M12 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Skoda Rapid R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Skoda Rapid R would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1981 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Noble M12 weights approximately 198 kg more than 1981 Skoda Rapid R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Noble M12 (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2001 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Noble M12 | 1981 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Noble | Skoda |
| Model | M12 | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 485 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
