1968 Nissan Skyline vs. 1956 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1968 Nissan Skyline 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 (6 cylinders), 1968 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Nissan Skyline (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 80 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 Nissan Skyline (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Nissan Skyline | 1956 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | Nissan | Skoda |
Model | Skyline | 1200 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2690 mm |