1956 Skoda 1200 vs. 2001 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2001 Subaru Forester is newer by 45 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Forester (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Forester weights approximately 360 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 2001 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Skoda 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Subaru Forester (186 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Skoda 1200 | 2001 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Skoda | Subaru |
| Model | 1200 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
