2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1953 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 50 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daihatsu YRV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu YRV | 1953 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
| Model | YRV | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 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 | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2690 mm |
