2002 Skoda Octavia vs. 1977 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2002 Skoda Octavia is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Subaru Leone would be higher. Both 2002 Skoda Octavia and 1977 Subaru Leone are equipped with a 1,595 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Skoda Octavia (99 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 295 kg more than 1977 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Subaru Leone 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, 2002 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Skoda Octavia | 1977 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Skoda | Subaru |
| Model | Octavia | Leone |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
