1990 Fiat Panda vs. 1959 Skoda 440
To start off, 1990 Fiat Panda 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 1,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Skoda 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Skoda 440 (44 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Skoda 440 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Skoda 440 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1990 Fiat Panda. 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, 1990 Fiat Panda, 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, 1959 Skoda 440 (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Skoda 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Panda | 1959 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Panda | 440 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2410 mm |
