2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 1953 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 53 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 835 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, 2006 Jaguar XKR (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XKR | 1953 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Skoda |
| Model | XKR | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2690 mm |
