1978 Mazda 818 vs. 1956 Skoda 440
To start off, 1978 Mazda 818 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 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 818 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 818 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 818 weights approximately 65 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 Mazda 818 (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 818 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 818 | 1956 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | 818 | 440 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2410 mm |
