1956 Skoda 1200 vs. 1986 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1986 Ford Telstar is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Telstar weights approximately 20 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.
Because 1956 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 1956 Skoda 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Telstar, 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, 1986 Ford Telstar (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Skoda 1200 | 1986 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Skoda | Ford |
| Model | 1200 | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
