1974 Abarth 124 vs. 1959 Skoda 440
To start off, 1974 Abarth 124 is newer by 15 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 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Abarth 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Skoda 440 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1974 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Abarth 124 | 1959 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Abarth | Skoda |
| Model | 124 | 440 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 935 kg |
