2006 Renault Clio vs. 1959 Skoda 440
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 47 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Clio weights approximately 100 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, 2006 Renault Clio, 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, 2006 Renault Clio (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda 440. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Clio | 1959 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | Clio | 440 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
