1959 Skoda 440 vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 46 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 575 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (290 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda 440. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Skoda 440 | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | 440 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1174 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
