2006 Skoda Octavia vs. 1978 Subaru Rex
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Octavia (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1978 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1978 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 715 kg more than 1978 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Subaru Rex 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 1978 Subaru Rex. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia, 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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Skoda Octavia | 1978 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Skoda | Subaru |
| Model | Octavia | Rex |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1930 mm |
