1957 Skoda 440 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 40 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 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Skoda 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Gol (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1957 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Gol should accelerate faster than 1957 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Skoda 440 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Gol.
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, 1997 Volkswagen Gol, 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, 1957 Skoda 440 (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Gol. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Skoda 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Skoda 440 | 1997 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 440 | Gol |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
