1957 Skoda 440 vs. 1985 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 28 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 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Passat (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1957 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1957 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 198 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.
Because 1957 Skoda 440 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Skoda 440. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Volkswagen Passat (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Skoda 440 | 1985 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 440 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
