2002 Maserati Spyder vs. 1957 Skoda 440
To start off, 2002 Maserati Spyder is newer by 45 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 4,253 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1957 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1957 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 750 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Skoda 440. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Maserati Spyder | 1957 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Maserati | Skoda |
| Model | Spyder | 440 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4253 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
