1996 Infiniti J30 vs. 1956 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1996 Infiniti J30 is newer by 40 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Infiniti J30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Infiniti J30 (211 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 590 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, 1996 Infiniti J30, 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, 1996 Infiniti J30 (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Infiniti J30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Infiniti J30 | 1956 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | Infiniti | Skoda |
Model | J30 | 1200 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |