2005 Kia Carnival vs. 1957 Skoda 440
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (143 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1957 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1957 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 570 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.
Because 1957 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 1957 Skoda 440. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival, 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, 2005 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Skoda 440. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 1957 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Kia | Skoda |
| Model | Carnival | 440 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
