2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1957 Skoda 440
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 49 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 2,834 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1957 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1957 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 320 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.
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, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Skoda 440. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 1957 Skoda 440 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Skoda |
Model | Colt | 440 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1172 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2410 mm |