1956 Skoda 440 vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Publica is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 1,166 cc, 1978 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Skoda 440 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Skoda 440 | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | 440 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |
