1949 Morris Minor vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 59 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 550 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.
Because 1949 Morris Minor 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 1949 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Morris Minor | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Morris | Skoda |
Model | Minor | Octavia |
Year Released | 1949 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 916 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2580 mm |