1958 Skoda 440 vs. 2005 Vauxhall Tigra
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Tigra is newer by 47 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Tigra (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1958 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Tigra should accelerate faster than 1958 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Tigra weights approximately 215 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.
Because 1958 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 1958 Skoda 440. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Tigra, 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 Vauxhall Tigra (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Skoda 440 | 2005 Vauxhall Tigra | |
| Make | Skoda | Vauxhall |
| Model | 440 | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1088 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
