2009 Saturn Sky vs. 1959 Skoda 440
To start off, 2009 Saturn Sky is newer by 50 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Sky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Sky (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Sky weights approximately 409 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Saturn Sky (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Saturn Sky | 1959 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Saturn | Skoda |
| Model | Sky | 440 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 47 L |
