2005 Ford F-150 vs. 1959 Skoda 440
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 46 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1433 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (495 Nm) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda 440. (84 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-150 | 1959 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | F-150 | 440 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2363 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2410 mm |
