1971 Chevrolet El Camino vs. 1958 Skoda 440
To start off, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 5,013 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet El Camino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1958 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino should accelerate faster than 1958 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet El Camino weights approximately 536 kg more than 1958 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, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino (324 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet El Camino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Skoda 440. 1971 Chevrolet El Camino has automatic transmission and 1958 Skoda 440 has manual transmission. 1958 Skoda 440 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Chevrolet El Camino will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet El Camino | 1958 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | El Camino | 440 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5013 cc | 1088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1471 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 47 L |
