2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1956 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 47 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 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Skoda 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Charade (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 2003 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 2003 Daihatsu Charade (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Charade | 1956 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
| Model | Charade | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2690 mm |
