1959 Skoda 440 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 48 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 568 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda 440. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Skoda 440 | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 440 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1174 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
