2004 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1959 Skoda 440
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 388 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.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda 440. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Tracker | 1959 Skoda 440 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
Model | Tracker | 440 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |