1958 Skoda 440 vs. 2011 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2011 Opel Vivaro 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Vivaro (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1958 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 1958 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 679 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, 2011 Opel Vivaro, 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, 2011 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Skoda 440 | 2011 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Skoda | Opel |
| Model | 440 | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1088 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 90 L |
