2005 Skoda Octavia vs. 1959 Skoda 440
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Octavia (99 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 320 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, 2005 Skoda Octavia, 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 Skoda Octavia (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Skoda Octavia | 1959 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Skoda | Skoda |
| Model | Octavia | 440 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
