1974 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1959 Skoda 440
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Blazer 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Blazer (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 870 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.
Because 1974 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Skoda 440. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1974 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda 440. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Blazer | 1959 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Blazer | 440 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
