1994 Ford Fiesta vs. 1957 Skoda 440
To start off, 1994 Ford Fiesta is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 1,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fiesta (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1957 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1957 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Skoda 440 weights approximately 116 kg more than 1994 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1957 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 1957 Skoda 440. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1994 Ford Fiesta (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Fiesta | 1957 Skoda 440 | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Fiesta | 440 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |