1969 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1956 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 13 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT.
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, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT (137 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo GT | 1956 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
Model | GT | 1200 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2690 mm |