1957 Skoda 440 vs. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 46 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1957 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1957 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 590 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Skoda 440. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Skoda 440 | 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Skoda | Chevrolet |
Model | 440 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 483 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2950 mm |