2006 Land Rover Defender vs. 1956 Skoda 440
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 50 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 465 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 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover Defender | 1956 Skoda 440 | |
Make | Land Rover | Skoda |
Model | Defender | 440 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 47 L |