1974 Fiat 126 vs. 1955 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1974 Fiat 126 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 1,219 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Skoda 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Skoda 1200 (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Skoda 1200 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1974 Fiat 126. 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, 1955 Skoda 1200 (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1955 Skoda 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Fiat 126 | 1955 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | 126 | 1200 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 593 cc | 1219 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2690 mm |