1966 Ginetta G12 vs. 1957 Skoda 440
To start off, 1966 Ginetta G12 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ginetta G12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ginetta G12 (158 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1957 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ginetta G12 should accelerate faster than 1957 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Skoda 440 weights approximately 143 kg more than 1966 Ginetta G12.
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, 1966 Ginetta G12 (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Skoda 440. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Ginetta G12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ginetta G12 | 1957 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Ginetta | Skoda |
| Model | G12 | 440 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
