1956 Skoda 440 vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 51 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 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 595 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 2007 Skoda Octavia 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Skoda 440 | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Skoda | Skoda |
| Model | 440 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
