1995 Audi A6 vs. 1959 Skoda 440
To start off, 1995 Audi A6 is newer by 36 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A6 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A6 weights approximately 440 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, 1995 Audi A6, 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, 1995 Audi A6 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda 440. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A6 | 1959 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | A6 | 440 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
