1959 Skoda 440 vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 50 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 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1000 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 2009 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Skoda 440. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda 440. 2009 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1959 Skoda 440 has manual transmission. 1959 Skoda 440 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Skoda 440 | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | 440 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 3455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 76 L |
