2003 Audi A2 vs. 1959 Skoda 440
To start off, 2003 Audi A2 is newer by 44 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Audi A2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A2 (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Skoda 440 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2003 Audi A2.
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, 2003 Audi A2, 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, 2003 Audi A2 (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda 440. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A2 | 1959 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | A2 | 440 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
