2005 Honda Accord vs. 1956 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 49 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 522 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, 2005 Honda Accord, 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, 2005 Honda Accord (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 1956 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Accord | 1200 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |