1957 Skoda 440 vs. 1975 Datsun 280Z
To start off, 1975 Datsun 280Z is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 2,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Datsun 280Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Datsun 280Z (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1957 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Datsun 280Z should accelerate faster than 1957 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Datsun 280Z weights approximately 374 kg more than 1957 Skoda 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1975 Datsun 280Z (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Skoda 440. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Datsun 280Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Skoda 440 | 1975 Datsun 280Z | |
| Make | Skoda | Datsun |
| Model | 440 | 280Z |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2304 mm |
