1990 Lada Samara vs. 1958 Skoda 440
To start off, 1990 Lada Samara is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1958 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1958 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Skoda 440 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1990 Lada Samara.
Because 1958 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 1958 Skoda 440. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Lada Samara, 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 Lada Samara (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Lada Samara | 1958 Skoda 440 | |
Make | Lada | Skoda |
Model | Samara | 440 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |