1986 Bitter SC vs. 1959 Skoda 440
To start off, 1986 Bitter SC is newer by 27 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Bitter SC weights approximately 415 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, 1986 Bitter SC (249 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Bitter SC | 1959 Skoda 440 | |
Make | Bitter | Skoda |
Model | SC | 440 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 47 L |