1959 Skoda 440 vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 1981 Volkswagen Santana is newer by 22 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volkswagen Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volkswagen Santana (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volkswagen Santana should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volkswagen Santana weights approximately 60 kg more than 1959 Skoda 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Skoda 440. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Volkswagen Santana, 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, 1981 Volkswagen Santana (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda 440. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Volkswagen Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Skoda 440 | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
Model | 440 | Santana |
Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1174 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |