1956 Abarth Renault vs. 1960 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1960 Skoda 1200 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth Renault. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth Renault would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Abarth Renault is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Abarth Renault (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1960 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Abarth Renault should accelerate faster than 1960 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1956 Abarth Renault.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth Renault | 1960 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Abarth | Skoda |
| Model | Renault | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 38 L |
