1957 Skoda 440 vs. 1978 Chrysler 1609
To start off, 1978 Chrysler 1609 is newer by 21 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 1,639 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler 1609 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler 1609 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1957 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler 1609 should accelerate faster than 1957 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler 1609 weights approximately 160 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, 1978 Chrysler 1609 (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Skoda 440. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler 1609 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Skoda 440 | 1978 Chrysler 1609 | |
Make | Skoda | Chrysler |
Model | 440 | 1609 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |