1978 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1959 Skoda 440
To start off, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba is newer by 19 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 5,201 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 885 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, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba (334 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda 440. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 1959 Skoda 440 has manual transmission. 1959 Skoda 440 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chrysler Cordoba | 1959 Skoda 440 | |
Make | Chrysler | Skoda |
Model | Cordoba | 440 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5201 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2410 mm |