2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1953 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 56 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 530 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 1953 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
| Model | C | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2690 mm |
