Twee klassieke race-Skoda’s bij de Silvretta Classic

The ŠKODA 1100 OHC built in 1958 never fails to impress at these races, not least because of its roaring, boisterous engine. Weighing in at a mere 550 kilograms, this racing car is a real lightweight. Powered by a longitudinal, in-line, four-cylinder OHC valve timing, with a displacement of 1,089cc (OHC is the abbreviation for overhead camshaft and refers to the control valve through an overhead camshaft), the engine, supported by two Weber carburettors, originally from the ŠKODA model 440, delivering 92 hp at 7,700 RPM, can reach a maximum speed of 200 km/h. The manual, five-speed gearbox lies just in front of the rear axle, allowing for an optimal weight distribution – one feature that may come in handy through the peaks and troughs in the Montafon.The ŠKODA 1000 MB Rally built in 1968 differs from the standard model 1000 MB, mainly due to an additional light-ramp and other sporty modifications. The car has taken part in many races, including the prestigious London-Mexico rally in 1995. This rally car features a four-cylinder rear engine with a 1,300 cc displacement and Weber carburettors. The engine output is 90 hp with maximum speeds of up to 170 km/h.