2004 Ford F-150 vs. 1955 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1955 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1955 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1955 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 Ford F-150 (343 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford F-150 | 1955 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | F-150 | 1200 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1219 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2690 mm |