1977 Fiat 131 vs. 1959 Skoda 440
To start off, 1977 Fiat 131 is newer by 18 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Fiat 131 (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat 131 weights approximately 90 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.
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 Fiat 131 (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda 440. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 131 | 1959 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | 131 | 440 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
