2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 1956 Skoda 440
To start off, 2002 Cadillac CTS is newer by 46 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 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac CTS (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 683 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Cadillac CTS (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 440. 2002 Cadillac CTS 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. 2002 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac CTS | 1956 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Skoda |
| Model | CTS | 440 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3173 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 47 L |
