1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 1956 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1971 Nissan Cherry 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 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Skoda 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Cherry (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 326 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Cherry (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 1956 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Cherry | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2690 mm |
