2004 Seat Altea vs. 1956 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Altea (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 310 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, 2004 Seat Altea, 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, 2004 Seat Altea (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Seat Altea | 1956 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | Seat | Skoda |
Model | Altea | 1200 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |