2005 Lada Oka vs. 1953 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2005 Lada Oka 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, 1953 Skoda 1200 (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Lada Oka. (30 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Skoda 1200 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Oka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 374 kg more than 2005 Lada Oka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Lada Oka, 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, 1953 Skoda 1200 (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Oka. (46 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1953 Skoda 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Oka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada Oka | 1953 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Lada | Skoda |
| Model | Oka | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 644 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3210 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2690 mm |
