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[[File:Paris - Retromobile 2012 - Skoda Rapid II - 001.jpg|thumb|right|Rapid Convertible]] |
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The '''Škoda Rapid''' was introduced in 1935 by the Czechoslovakian automotive manufacturer [[Škoda Auto|Škoda]], and was in production until World War II with some production during and after the war until 1947. |
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|caption = 1935 Škoda Rapid four-door saloon |
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|manufacturer = [[Škoda Auto|ASAP]], subsidiary of [[Škoda Works]] |
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|production = 1935–47 |
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|assembly = [[Mladá Boleslav]], [[Czechoslovakia]] |
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|chassis = [[backbone chassis]] |
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|engine = '''Model 901:''' four-cylinder 1,386 cc [[Flathead engine|SV]], {{convert|31|hp}}<br>'''Model 922:''' four-cylinder 1,558 cc [[overhead valve engine|OHV]], {{convert|42|hp}} |
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The '''Škoda Rapid''' is a [[mid-size car]] that was made in Czechoslovakia by [[Škoda Auto|Škoda]] from 1935 to 1947. Škoda had first applied the "Rapid" name to a version of its 1,195 cc [[Škoda Popular|Popular]] Type 920 made in 1934–35.{{sfn|Schwartz|Wohlmuth|2005|p=9}} From 1935, however, it transferred the name to a new, larger model. |
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The Rapid name has been used again in 1984 to 1990 with the rear-engined [[Škoda Rapid (1984)|Coupe]], and in 2011 with the Indian market four-door saloon and the 2012 international five-door hatchback. |
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The Rapid Type 901 has a 1,386 cc [[Flathead engine|sidevalve]] engine and was built 1935–38. It was succeeded by the Rapid OHV (Type 922) which has a 1,558 cc [[overhead valve engine]] and was built 1938–47. |
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===Background=== |
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Škoda introduced a new line of cars in 1930s which significantly differed from its previous products. A new design of [[chassis]] with [[backbone chassis|backbone tube]] and all-around independent suspension was developed under the leadership of chief engineer [[Vladimír Matouš]]. First used on model Škoda 420 Standard in 1933, it aimed at solving insufficient torsional stiffness of the [[Frame_(vehicle)#Ladder_frame|ladder frame]].<ref name="kralik" /> |
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There was a six-cylinder sister model, the [[Škoda Rapid Six]] (Type 910), with a 1,961 cc engine, which was launched in 1935. |
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The new design of chassis became the basis for models [[Škoda Popular|Popular]] (845-1,089 cc), [[Škoda Rapid (1935-1947)|Rapid]] (1165-1766 cc), [[Škoda Favorit (1936-1941)|Favorit]] (1802-2091 cc) and [[Škoda Superb]] (2,5-4 L).<ref name="kralik">{{Citation| last1 = Králík| first1 = Jan| title = V soukolí okřídleného šípu| publisher = Grada Publishing a.s.| year = 2008| page = 19-22| URL = http://books.google.cz/books?id=nqIokdzDwtoC&lpg=PA19&dq=%C5%A1koda%20superb&hl=cs&pg=PA22#v=onepage&q=%C5%A1koda%20superb&f=false}}</ref> While in 1933 Škoda had 14% share of the Czechoslovak car market and third position behind [[Praga (company)|Praga]] and [[Tatra (company)|Tatra]], the new line made it a market leader by 1936, with 39% share in 1938.<ref name="kralik" /> |
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In 1984 Škoda revived the "Rapid" name for the [[Škoda Rapid (1984)|Rapid]] version of the [[Škoda 130]]. Since 2010 the company has used the name on a succession of models built in its factory at [[Pune]] in India. |
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The Rapid was introduced in 1935, at the time being Škoda's second model after the Popular and costing about half than Superb, similar to its contemporary pricing policy. It was a successor type to [[Škoda 420 Rapid]], a small saloon and cabriolet made in 1934-1935.<ref name="schwartz">{{Citation |
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In the 1930s Škoda introduced a new range of cars with a [[backbone chassis]] and all-round [[independent suspension]]. The backbone design was aimed to solve the lack of torsional stiffness in the [[Frame (vehicle)#Ladder frame|ladder frame]] of previous models. The chassis was developed under the leadership of chief engineer [[Vladimír Matouš]] and derived from one designed by [[Hans Ledwinka]] for [[Tatra (company)|Tatra]].{{sfn|Králík|2008|pp=19–22}} |
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The traditionally styled Rapid was available as a four-door saloon, two-door coupe and two-door convertible. It was launched in 1935 with a six-cylinder, 1165 cc, {{convert|26|hp|kW PS|0|abbr=on}} engine. In 1936 the Rapid was given a 1766 cc, {{convert|31|hp|kW PS|0|abbr=on}} unit.<ref>{{cite web|title=Skoda Heritage|url=http://www.uniquecarsandparts.com.au/heritage_skoda.htm|work=Unique Cars and Parts|accessdate=8 July 2012}}</ref> The Rapid won the 1936 Olympic Games Rally. |
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The first models in the new range were the [[Škoda Popular|Popular]] [[compact car]] in 1934,{{sfn|Tuček|2017|p=140}} followed by the [[Škoda Superb (1934–1949)|Superb]] [[full-size car]].{{sfn|Králík|2008|pp=19–22}} The mid-range Rapid was added in 1935.{{sfn|Tuček|2017|p=258}} It was followed by the [[Škoda Favorit (1936–1941)|Favorit]] in 1936.{{sfn|Tuček|2017|p=269}} |
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==Rapid 1938== |
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The Rapid received a significant redesign in 1938 and the introduction of a new engine with overhead valves; a 1558 cc, {{convert|42|hp|kW PS|0|abbr=on}} unit. |
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==Type 901== |
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The Rapid Type 901 (later Type 914) had a four-cylinder 1,386 cc, {{convert|31|hp}} sidevalve engine and ATE-[[Lockheed Corporation|Lockheed]] brakes. It had a top speed of {{convert|100|km/h|abbr=on}} and its fuel consumption was between nine and 10 litres per 100 km.{{sfn|Tuček|2017|p=258}} The choice of bodies offered included a two-door saloon, four-door saloon and two-door, four-seat convertible. There was also a commercial van version.{{sfn|Tuček|2017|pp=258–259}} |
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==Type 922== |
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Škoda revised the engine and in 1938 launched the Type 922, which it marketed as the Rapid OHV. It had enlarged the engine to 1,558 cc and given it overhead valves, which increased power to {{convert|42|hp}} and top speed to {{convert|100|km/h|abbr=on}}. The new model's fuel consumption was 10 litres per 100 km.{{sfn|Tuček|2017|p=263}} The choice of bodies included two-door and four-door saloons.{{sfn|Tuček|2017|pp=262–263}} |
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[[File:Škoda Rapid OHV proudnicový - 1940 2.JPG|thumb|1940 Rapid OHV two-door saloon with aerodynamic body]] |
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In 1938 Škoda launched a streamlined version of the 1,558 cc Rapid OHV with a new [[Automotive aerodynamics|aerodynamic]] two-door saloon body.{{sfn|Tuček|2017|p=264}} It bears a strong resemblance to the streamlined four-door body that Škoda built for its Type 935 prototypes in 1935–38.{{sfn|Tuček|2017|p=274}} |
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*{{cite book |last1=Králík |first1=Jan |year=2008 |title=V soukolí okřídleného šípu |place=Prague |publisher=Grada Publishing |isbn=978-80-271-0177-1 |pages=19–22 |language=cs |url= https://books.google.com/books?id=nqIokdzDwtoC&q=%C5%A1koda+superb&pg=PA22 }} |
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| ⚫ | *{{cite book |last1=Schwartz |first1=Jiří |last2=Wohlmuth |first2=Jiří |year=2005 |title=Automobily Škoda Superb: Konstrukce, technické hodnoty, údržba |place=Prague |publisher=Grada Publishing |page=9 |isbn=9788024708799 |language=cs |url= https://books.google.com/books?id=erHrd0eec4cC&q=%C5%A1koda+superb&pg=PA9 }} |
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*{{cite book |last=Tuček |first=Jan |year=2017 |title=Auta první republiky 1918–1938 |place=Prague |publisher=Grada Publishing |isbn=978-80-271-0466-6 |language=cs }} |
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Latest revision as of 05:47, 21 April 2023
| Škoda Rapid | |
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 1935 Škoda Rapid four-door saloon | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | ASAP, subsidiary of Škoda Works |
| Production | 1935–47 |
| Assembly | Mladá Boleslav, Czechoslovakia |
| Body and chassis | |
| Chassis | backbone chassis |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | Model 901: four-cylinder 1,386 cc SV, 31 horsepower (23 kW) Model 922: four-cylinder 1,558 cc OHV, 42 horsepower (31 kW) |
The Škoda Rapid is a mid-size car that was made in Czechoslovakia by Škoda from 1935 to 1947. Škoda had first applied the "Rapid" name to a version of its 1,195 cc Popular Type 920 made in 1934–35.[1] From 1935, however, it transferred the name to a new, larger model.
The Rapid Type 901 has a 1,386 cc sidevalve engine and was built 1935–38. It was succeeded by the Rapid OHV (Type 922) which has a 1,558 cc overhead valve engine and was built 1938–47.
There was a six-cylinder sister model, the Škoda Rapid Six (Type 910), with a 1,961 cc engine, which was launched in 1935.
In 1984 Škoda revived the "Rapid" name for the Rapid version of the Škoda 130. Since 2010 the company has used the name on a succession of models built in its factory at Pune in India.
Concept[edit]
In the 1930s Škoda introduced a new range of cars with a backbone chassis and all-round independent suspension. The backbone design was aimed to solve the lack of torsional stiffness in the ladder frame of previous models. The chassis was developed under the leadership of chief engineer Vladimír Matouš and derived from one designed by Hans Ledwinka for Tatra.[2]
The first models in the new range were the Popular compact car in 1934,[3] followed by the Superb full-size car.[2] The mid-range Rapid was added in 1935.[4] It was followed by the Favorit in 1936.[5]
Type 901[edit]
The Rapid Type 901 (later Type 914) had a four-cylinder 1,386 cc, 31 horsepower (23 kW) sidevalve engine and ATE-Lockheed brakes. It had a top speed of 100 km/h (62 mph) and its fuel consumption was between nine and 10 litres per 100 km.[4] The choice of bodies offered included a two-door saloon, four-door saloon and two-door, four-seat convertible. There was also a commercial van version.[6]
Type 922[edit]
Škoda revised the engine and in 1938 launched the Type 922, which it marketed as the Rapid OHV. It had enlarged the engine to 1,558 cc and given it overhead valves, which increased power to 42 horsepower (31 kW) and top speed to 100 km/h (62 mph). The new model's fuel consumption was 10 litres per 100 km.[7] The choice of bodies included two-door and four-door saloons.[8]
In 1938 Škoda launched a streamlined version of the 1,558 cc Rapid OHV with a new aerodynamic two-door saloon body.[9] It bears a strong resemblance to the streamlined four-door body that Škoda built for its Type 935 prototypes in 1935–38.[10]
References[edit]
- ^ Schwartz & Wohlmuth 2005, p. 9.
- ^ a b Králík 2008, pp. 19–22.
- ^ Tuček 2017, p. 140.
- ^ a b Tuček 2017, p. 258.
- ^ Tuček 2017, p. 269.
- ^ Tuček 2017, pp. 258–259.
- ^ Tuček 2017, p. 263.
- ^ Tuček 2017, pp. 262–263.
- ^ Tuček 2017, p. 264.
- ^ Tuček 2017, p. 274.
Sources[edit]
- Králík, Jan (2008). V soukolí okřídleného šípu (in Czech). Prague: Grada Publishing. pp. 19–22. ISBN 978-80-271-0177-1.
- Schwartz, Jiří; Wohlmuth, Jiří (2005). Automobily Škoda Superb: Konstrukce, technické hodnoty, údržba (in Czech). Prague: Grada Publishing. p. 9. ISBN 9788024708799.
- Tuček, Jan (2017). Auta první republiky 1918–1938 (in Czech). Prague: Grada Publishing. ISBN 978-80-271-0466-6.
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