1985 Honda Jazz vs. 1958 Skoda 440
To start off, 1985 Honda Jazz is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 1,231 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Jazz (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1958 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1958 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Skoda 440 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1985 Honda Jazz.
Because 1958 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 1958 Skoda 440. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Honda Jazz, 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, 1985 Honda Jazz (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Jazz | 1958 Skoda 440 | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Jazz | 440 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1231 cc | 1088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |