2007 Honda Element vs. 1957 Skoda 440
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 50 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1957 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1957 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 1054 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 2007 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Skoda 440. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element will offer significantly more control. 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 Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Skoda 440. 2007 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1957 Skoda 440 has manual transmission. 1957 Skoda 440 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 1957 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Element | 440 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| 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 | 166 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
