2007 Honda Accord vs. 1959 Skoda 440
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 48 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 483 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, 2007 Honda Accord, 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, 2007 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 1959 Skoda 440 | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Accord | 440 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 47 L |