1967 Austin 1300 vs. 1959 Skoda 440
To start off, 1967 Austin 1300 is newer by 8 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 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Austin 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Austin 1300 (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin 1300 should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Skoda 440 weights approximately 72 kg more than 1967 Austin 1300.
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, 1967 Austin 1300, 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, 1967 Austin 1300 (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda 440. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Austin 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin 1300 | 1959 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Austin | Skoda |
| Model | 1300 | 440 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
