2007 Skoda Octavia vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 195 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Because 1978 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1978 Toyota Celica (152 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Skoda Octavia | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Octavia | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
