1981 Holden Commodore vs. 1957 Skoda 440
To start off, 1981 Holden Commodore is newer by 24 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 4,142 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Holden Commodore (134 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1957 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1957 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Holden Commodore weights approximately 420 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, 1981 Holden Commodore (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Skoda 440. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Commodore | 1957 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Holden | Skoda |
| Model | Commodore | 440 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4142 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
