1998 Honda Today vs. 1956 Skoda 440
To start off, 1998 Honda Today is newer by 42 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 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Skoda 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Today (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Skoda 440 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1998 Honda Today.
Because 1998 Honda Today 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, 1998 Honda Today 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, 1956 Skoda 440 (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1956 Skoda 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Today | 1956 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Today | 440 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 655 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
