1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1958 Skoda 440
To start off, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1958 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1958 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 135 kg more than 1958 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, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (144 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1958 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
| Model | Giulietta | 440 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 47 L |
