2007 Peugeot 307 vs. 1953 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 is newer by 54 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 307 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 286 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Peugeot 307 (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 307 | 1953 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Skoda |
| Model | 307 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
