1981 Matra-Simca Murena vs. 1956 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1981 Matra-Simca Murena is newer by 25 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 2,154 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Matra-Simca Murena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Matra-Simca Murena (91 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Matra-Simca Murena should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1981 Matra-Simca Murena.
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, 1981 Matra-Simca Murena (136 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Matra-Simca Murena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Matra-Simca Murena | 1956 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Skoda |
| Model | Murena | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2154 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2690 mm |
