1957 Skoda 440 vs. 1976 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1976 Zastava 1300 is newer by 19 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Zastava 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Zastava 1300 (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1957 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Zastava 1300 should accelerate faster than 1957 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Zastava 1300 weights approximately 30 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, 1976 Zastava 1300 (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Skoda 440. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Zastava 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Skoda 440 | 1976 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Skoda | Zastava |
| Model | 440 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
