1999 Opel Meriva vs. 1956 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 383 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 Opel Meriva, 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 Opel Meriva (230 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Meriva | 1956 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Meriva | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2690 mm |
