1968 Mazda Luce vs. 1959 Skoda 440
To start off, 1968 Mazda Luce is newer by 9 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Luce (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Luce weights approximately 130 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda 440. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Luce | 1959 Skoda 440 | |
Make | Mazda | Skoda |
Model | Luce | 440 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |