1990 Austin Maestro vs. 1959 Skoda 440
To start off, 1990 Austin Maestro is newer by 31 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 1,273 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Skoda 440 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1990 Austin Maestro.
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, 1990 Austin Maestro, 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, 1990 Austin Maestro (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Austin Maestro | 1959 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Austin | Skoda |
| Model | Maestro | 440 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 47 L |
