1971 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1956 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1971 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 15 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 1,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Bluebird (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Bluebird | 1956 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Bluebird | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2690 mm |
