1968 Nissan Cedric vs. 1956 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1968 Nissan Cedric is newer by 12 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Nissan Cedric (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 280 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Nissan Cedric (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Nissan Cedric | 1956 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Cedric | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2690 mm |
