1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1956 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 43 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 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 150 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146, 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1956 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
| Model | 146 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
