1961 Austin A 55 vs. 1959 Skoda 440
To start off, 1961 Austin A 55 is newer by 2 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin A 55 (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin A 55 should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 55 weights approximately 190 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1961 Austin A 55 (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda 440. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 55 | 1959 Skoda 440 | |
Make | Austin | Skoda |
Model | A 55 | 440 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |