1959 Skoda 440 vs. 2010 Kia Forte
To start off, 2010 Kia Forte is newer by 51 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Forte weights approximately 367 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, 2010 Kia Forte, 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, 2010 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda 440. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Skoda 440 | 2010 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Skoda | Kia |
| Model | 440 | Forte |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1174 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2649 mm |
