2004 Audi A6 vs. 1959 Skoda 440
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 45 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 770 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 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Skoda 440. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda 440. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1959 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | A6 | 440 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
