2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1956 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 48 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 90 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 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Skoda 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1956 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Panda | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2690 mm |
