1958 Skoda 440 vs. 2007 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2007 Toyota Aygo is newer by 49 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Aygo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Aygo (53 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1958 Skoda 440. (38 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Aygo should accelerate faster than 1958 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Skoda 440 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 Toyota Aygo.
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, 2007 Toyota Aygo, 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, 2007 Toyota Aygo (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Skoda 440 | 2007 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | 440 | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1088 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 35 L |
