2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1958 Skoda 440
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1958 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1958 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Palio weights approximately 135 kg more than 1958 Skoda 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Skoda 440. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio, 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, 2008 Fiat Palio (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1958 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Palio | 440 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 47 L |
