1974 Mazda 929 vs. 1957 Skoda 440
To start off, 1974 Mazda 929 is newer by 17 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1957 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1957 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 929 weights approximately 134 kg more than 1957 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, 1974 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 929 | 1957 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | 929 | 440 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |
