2006 Skoda Fabia vs. 1956 Skoda 440
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Fabia (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 385 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 1956 Skoda 440 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Skoda 440. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Fabia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Skoda Fabia (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Skoda Fabia | 1956 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Skoda | Skoda |
| Model | Fabia | 440 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |
