1989 Peugeot 205 vs. 1956 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 205 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 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Skoda 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot 205 (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 205.
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 Peugeot 205, 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 Peugeot 205 (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Peugeot 205 | 1956 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Skoda |
| Model | 205 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2690 mm |
