1996 Audi S6 vs. 1956 Skoda 440
To start off, 1996 Audi S6 is newer by 40 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 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 825 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 1996 Audi S6 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, 1996 Audi S6 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, 1996 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 440. 1996 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 1956 Skoda 440 has manual transmission. 1956 Skoda 440 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 1956 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | S6 | 440 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 47 L |
