1990 Ford Fiesta vs. 1956 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1990 Ford Fiesta is newer by 34 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Fiesta (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1990 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1990 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1990 Ford Fiesta (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Fiesta | 1956 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Fiesta | 1200 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2690 mm |