1989 Citroen XM vs. 1956 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 33 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 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (110 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 370 kg more than 1956 Skoda 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Skoda 1200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Skoda 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Citroen XM (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1956 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | XM | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2690 mm |
