2000 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1959 Skoda 440
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 41 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 271 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147, 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1959 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
| Model | 147 | 440 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
