2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1957 Skoda 440
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 52 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1957 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1957 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Skoda 440 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Sirion 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, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion 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, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Skoda 440. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 1957 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
| Model | Sirion | 440 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
