1959 Skoda 440 vs. 2011 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2011 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 52 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Fiorino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Fiorino (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Fiorino should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 235 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, 2011 Fiat Fiorino, 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, 2011 Fiat Fiorino (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Skoda 440 | 2011 Fiat Fiorino | |
| Make | Skoda | Fiat |
| Model | 440 | Fiorino |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
