1957 Fiat 1200 vs. 1958 Skoda 440
To start off, 1958 Skoda 440 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,219 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Fiat 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fiat 1200 (53 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1958 Skoda 440. (38 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fiat 1200 should accelerate faster than 1958 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Skoda 440 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1200.
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, 1957 Fiat 1200 (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 Fiat 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 1200 | 1958 Skoda 440 | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | 1200 | 440 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1219 cc | 1088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 38 HP |
Torque | 81 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 47 L |