1995 Acura Legend vs. 1956 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 39 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 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 585 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, 1995 Acura Legend, 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, 1995 Acura Legend (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Legend | 1956 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | Acura | Skoda |
Model | Legend | 1200 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2690 mm |