1958 Skoda 440 vs. 1975 Sunbeam Rapier
To start off, 1975 Sunbeam Rapier is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Sunbeam Rapier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Sunbeam Rapier (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1958 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Sunbeam Rapier should accelerate faster than 1958 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Sunbeam Rapier weights approximately 95 kg more than 1958 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, 1975 Sunbeam Rapier (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Sunbeam Rapier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Skoda 440 | 1975 Sunbeam Rapier | |
| Make | Skoda | Sunbeam |
| Model | 440 | Rapier |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1088 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 68 L |
