1949 Morris Oxford vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Octavia (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1949 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 310 kg more than 1949 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Morris Oxford 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 Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Skoda Octavia (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Morris Oxford | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Morris | Skoda |
Model | Oxford | Octavia |
Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1476 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |