1959 Skoda Octavia vs. 1991 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 1991 Subaru Legacy is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 330 kg more than 1959 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1991 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Subaru Legacy 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, 1991 Subaru Legacy (164 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda Octavia.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Skoda Octavia 1991 Subaru Legacy
Make Skoda Subaru
Model Octavia Legacy
Year Released 1959 1991
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1089 cc 1992 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 38 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 69 Nm 164 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 920 kg 1250 kg
Vehicle Length 4070 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2590 mm