1949 Morris Minor vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 1985 Skoda L is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,219 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Skoda L (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Skoda L should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Skoda L weights approximately 95 kg more than 1949 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Skoda L (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Skoda L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Morris Minor | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | Morris | Skoda |
| Model | Minor | L |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 916 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2410 mm |
