1971 Fiat 127 vs. 1957 Skoda 440
To start off, 1971 Fiat 127 is newer by 14 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 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Skoda 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 127 (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1957 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 127 should accelerate faster than 1957 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Skoda 440 weights approximately 106 kg more than 1971 Fiat 127.
Because 1957 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 1957 Skoda 440. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 127, 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, 1971 Fiat 127 (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 127 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 127 | 1957 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | 127 | 440 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 47 L |
