1950 Morris Minor vs. 1996 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1996 Skoda Felicia is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Skoda Felicia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Skoda Felicia (63 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1950 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Skoda Felicia should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Felicia weights approximately 270 kg more than 1950 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 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 1950 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Skoda Felicia, 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, 1996 Skoda Felicia (124 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Skoda Felicia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Morris Minor | 1996 Skoda Felicia | |
Make | Morris | Skoda |
Model | Minor | Felicia |
Year Released | 1950 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 918 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2460 mm |