1956 Skoda 1200 vs. 2010 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Getz is newer by 54 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, 2010 Hyundai Getz (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 95 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, 2010 Hyundai Getz, 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, 2010 Hyundai Getz (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Skoda 1200 | 2010 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Skoda | Hyundai |
| Model | 1200 | Getz |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |
