1980 Lancia Beta vs. 1957 Skoda 440
To start off, 1980 Lancia Beta 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1957 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1957 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Beta weights approximately 124 kg more than 1957 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, 1980 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Beta | 1957 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Lancia | Skoda |
| Model | Beta | 440 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 47 L |
