1980 Ford Laser vs. 1957 Skoda 440
To start off, 1980 Ford Laser is newer by 23 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Laser (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1957 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1957 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Skoda 440 weights approximately 101 kg more than 1980 Ford Laser.
Because 1957 Skoda 440 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Skoda 440. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Ford Laser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Ford Laser (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Laser | 1957 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Laser | 440 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
