1978 Fiat 131 vs. 1956 Skoda 440
To start off, 1978 Fiat 131 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 2,444 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat 131 (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat 131 weights approximately 255 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Fiat 131 (144 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat 131 | 1956 Skoda 440 | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | 131 | 440 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2444 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |