1985 Plymouth Horizon vs. 1956 Skoda 440
To start off, 1985 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 29 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Plymouth Horizon (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 45 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 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, 1985 Plymouth Horizon, 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, 1985 Plymouth Horizon (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Plymouth Horizon | 1956 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Skoda |
| Model | Horizon | 440 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
