1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1957 Skoda 440
To start off, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 is newer by 1 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 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1957 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1957 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 184 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 1957 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Skoda |
| Model | 100 | 440 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 47 L |
