1959 Skoda 440 vs. 1975 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen 1302 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 1,192 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen 1302 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Skoda 440 (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Skoda 440 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Skoda 440 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen 1302. 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, both vehicles can yield 84 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Skoda 440 | 1975 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 440 | 1302 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1174 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
