2004 Opel Agila vs. 1959 Skoda 440
To start off, 2004 Opel Agila 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 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Skoda 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Agila (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Agila weights approximately 85 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 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, 2004 Opel Agila, 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 Opel Agila (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Agila | 1959 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Agila | 440 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 47 L |
