2004 Ford Focus vs. 1958 Skoda 440
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 46 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1958 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1958 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 344 kg more than 1958 Skoda 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ford Focus, 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, 2004 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1958 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Focus | 440 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
