1947 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 1956 Skoda 440
To start off, 1956 Skoda 440 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Jeep Station Wagon (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1947 Jeep Station Wagon should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 525 kg more than 1956 Skoda 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1947 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Skoda 440. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1947 Jeep Station Wagon 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, 1947 Jeep Station Wagon (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1947 Jeep Station Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Jeep Station Wagon | 1956 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Jeep | Skoda |
| Model | Station Wagon | 440 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
