2001 Porsche 911 vs. 1953 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 530 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 911 | 1953 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Porsche | Skoda |
| Model | 911 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2690 mm |
