1963 Skoda Octavia vs. 1991 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1991 Subaru Leone is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Subaru Leone (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1963 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Subaru Leone weights approximately 60 kg more than 1963 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Skoda Octavia 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 1963 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Subaru Leone, 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, 1991 Subaru Leone (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Skoda Octavia | 1991 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Skoda | Subaru |
| Model | Octavia | Leone |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2470 mm |
