1956 Skoda 1200 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 46 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 810 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 2002 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Skoda 1200 | 2002 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Skoda | Vauxhall |
| Model | 1200 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
