2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1956 Skoda 440
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 48 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1431 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 440. (74 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1956 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Express | 440 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 47 L |
