1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1956 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1956 Skoda 1200 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1390 kg more than 1956 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, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 1956 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Skoda |
| Model | Imperial | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2690 mm |
