1956 Skoda 440 vs. 1979 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1979 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 23 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 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volkswagen Passat (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Skoda 440 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1979 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 1956 Skoda 440 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 440. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 1979 Volkswagen Passat (95 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Skoda 440 | 1979 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 440 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
