1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1957 Skoda 440
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 11 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1957 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1957 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 533 kg more than 1957 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Skoda 440. (84 Nm). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1957 Skoda 440 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
Model | Corvette | 440 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 84 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |