1977 Opel Kadett vs. 1957 Skoda 440
To start off, 1977 Opel Kadett is newer by 20 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 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Kadett (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1957 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1957 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Skoda 440 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1977 Opel Kadett.
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, 1957 Skoda 440 (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1957 Skoda 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Opel Kadett | 1957 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Kadett | 440 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
