1961 Skoda Octavia vs. 1959 Skoda 440
To start off, 1961 Skoda Octavia 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 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 44 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 40 kg more than 1959 Skoda 440.
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, 1959 Skoda 440 (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Skoda 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Skoda Octavia | 1959 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Skoda | Skoda |
| Model | Octavia | 440 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2410 mm |
