1987 Lancia Prisma vs. 1956 Skoda 440
To start off, 1987 Lancia Prisma is newer by 31 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 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Prisma (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 15 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, 1987 Lancia Prisma, 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, 1987 Lancia Prisma (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Prisma | 1956 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Lancia | Skoda |
| Model | Prisma | 440 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 47 L |
