1989 Honda Concerto vs. 1959 Skoda 440
To start off, 1989 Honda Concerto is newer by 30 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Concerto (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Concerto weights approximately 160 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, 1989 Honda Concerto, 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, 1989 Honda Concerto (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda 440. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Concerto | 1959 Skoda 440 | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Concerto | 440 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |