1956 Skoda 1200 vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 52 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Impreza (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 623 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 2008 Subaru Impreza 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, 2008 Subaru Impreza 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, 2008 Subaru Impreza (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Skoda 1200 | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Skoda | Subaru |
| Model | 1200 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
