1956 Skoda 440 vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1986 Talbot Samba is newer by 30 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 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Skoda 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Talbot Samba (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Talbot Samba should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Skoda 440 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Skoda 440 (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Skoda 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Skoda 440 | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Skoda | Talbot |
| Model | 440 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
