i'm assuming this is a v8?
4 43 is the base v6 Skylark code while 4 44 is the v8 Skylark. HOWEVER, the base v6 could be optioned into a v8. this was exactly how the "California GS" cars came about. 2dr post cars with a v6 VIN but a 4 barrel 340 v8 installed and special trim tags.
this would explain the discrepancy.
last seven digits of the EIN ( Engine Identification Number ) stamping should also match the VIN if this is original factory. and, of course, the factory option sheet would code it, if you can find it.
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