2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1953 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 52 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 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Skoda 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Panda (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Because 1953 Skoda 1200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Skoda 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Fiat Panda (89 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1953 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Panda | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
