1957 Skoda 440 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 48 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1957 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1957 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 312 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, 2005 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Skoda 440. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Skoda 440 | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 440 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
