1987 Cadillac Seville vs. 1957 Skoda 440
To start off, 1987 Cadillac Seville is newer by 30 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 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Cadillac Seville (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1957 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1957 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 590 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.
Because 1957 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 1957 Skoda 440. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Seville, 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, 1987 Cadillac Seville (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Skoda 440. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Cadillac Seville | 1957 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Skoda |
| Model | Seville | 440 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
