1959 Skoda 440 vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 54 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1500 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 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda 440. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Skoda 440 | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | 440 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1174 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 6290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 4180 mm |
