2009 Alpina Roadster vs. 1955 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2009 Alpina Roadster is newer by 54 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 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alpina Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina Roadster (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1955 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1955 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 385 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, 2009 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina Roadster | 1955 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | Alpina | Skoda |
Model | Roadster | 1200 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1219 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2690 mm |