1970 Skoda Octavia vs. 1981 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1981 Subaru Leone is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Subaru Leone (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1970 Skoda Octavia. (47 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1970 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 152 kg more than 1981 Subaru Leone.
Because 1970 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 1970 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Subaru Leone (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Skoda Octavia. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Skoda Octavia | 1981 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Skoda | Subaru |
| Model | Octavia | Leone |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2390 mm |
