1975 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1957 Skoda 440
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 18 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider (132 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1957 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1957 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 110 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.
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, 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Skoda 440. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1957 Skoda 440 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
Model | Spider | 440 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |