2000 Fiat Punto vs. 1958 Skoda 440
To start off, 2000 Fiat Punto is newer by 42 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Punto (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1958 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1958 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Skoda 440 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2000 Fiat Punto.
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, 2000 Fiat Punto, 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 Fiat Punto (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Punto | 1958 Skoda 440 | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | Punto | 440 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 47 L |