1957 Skoda 440 vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 55 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 5 (113 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1957 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1957 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 5 weights approximately 554 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, 2012 Mazda 5, 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, 2012 Mazda 5 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Skoda 440 | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Skoda | Mazda |
Model | 440 | 5 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1615 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |