2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1957 Skoda 440
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1957 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1957 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 257 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 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Skoda 440. (84 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1957 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Colorado | 440 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
