1986 Pontiac 1000 vs. 1958 Skoda 440
To start off, 1986 Pontiac 1000 is newer by 28 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac 1000 (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1958 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac 1000 should accelerate faster than 1958 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac 1000 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1958 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 Pontiac 1000 (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Pontiac 1000 | 1958 Skoda 440 | |
Make | Pontiac | Skoda |
Model | 1000 | 440 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2410 mm |