1959 Skoda 440 vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2005 Volvo S60 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 2,383 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S60 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S60 weights approximately 635 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 Volvo S60, 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 Volvo S60 (331 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Skoda 440 | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Skoda | Volvo |
| Model | 440 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
