1970 Skoda Octavia vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 41 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Soul (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1970 Skoda Octavia. (47 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1970 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Soul weights approximately 307 kg more than 1970 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Kia Soul, 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, 2011 Kia Soul (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Skoda Octavia. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Skoda Octavia | 2011 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Skoda | Kia |
| Model | Octavia | Soul |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 48 L |
