2000 Honda S-MX vs. 1956 Skoda 440
To start off, 2000 Honda S-MX is newer by 44 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda S-MX (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda S-MX weights approximately 395 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 2000 Honda S-MX 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, 2000 Honda S-MX 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, 2000 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda S-MX | 1956 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | S-MX | 440 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
