1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1957 Skoda 440
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 39 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 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1957 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1957 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1957 Skoda 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Skoda 440. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1957 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
| Model | 145 | 440 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
