1956 Skoda 1200 vs. 1988 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1988 Suzuki Alto is newer by 32 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 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Skoda 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Suzuki Alto (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Alto.
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, 1988 Suzuki Alto, 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, 1956 Skoda 1200 (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Skoda 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Skoda 1200 | 1988 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Skoda | Suzuki |
| Model | 1200 | Alto |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2180 mm |
