2004 Dodge Viper vs. 1953 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2004 Dodge Viper is newer by 51 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 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 465 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Viper weights approximately 513 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.
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, 2004 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 638 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Viper | 1953 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | Dodge | Skoda |
Model | Viper | 1200 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7988 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2690 mm |