1958 Skoda 440 vs. 2011 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 53 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai ix35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai ix35 (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1958 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai ix35 should accelerate faster than 1958 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 744 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 2011 Hyundai ix35 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Skoda 440. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai ix35 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Hyundai ix35 (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Skoda 440 | 2011 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Skoda | Hyundai |
| Model | 440 | ix35 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1088 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
