1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1959 Skoda 440
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 29 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 10 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.
Because 1959 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 1959 Skoda 440. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo, 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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1959 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Tipo | 440 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
