2005 Audi A4 vs. 1957 Skoda 440

To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1957 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1957 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 768 kg more than 1957 Skoda 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A4 (300 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Skoda 440. (84 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Skoda 440.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A4 1957 Skoda 440
Make Audi Skoda
Model A4 440
Year Released 2005 1957
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2976 cc 1172 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 217 HP 44 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 84 Nm
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 72 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.1:1 7.0:1
Vehicle Weight 1698 kg 930 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4070 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2410 mm


 

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