1988 Lancia Delta vs. 1959 Skoda 440
To start off, 1988 Lancia Delta 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 1,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lancia Delta weights approximately 5 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 Lancia Delta, 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 Lancia Delta (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda 440. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Delta | 1959 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Lancia | Skoda |
| Model | Delta | 440 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
