1955 Skoda 1200 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 57 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (108 HP @ 2750 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1955 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1955 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 533 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.
Because 1955 Skoda 1200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Skoda 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Skoda 1200 | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1200 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1543 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2604 mm |
