1950 Morris Minor vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 55 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 1,420 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Fabia (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1950 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 450 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, 2005 Skoda Fabia, 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 Fabia (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Morris Minor | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Morris | Skoda |
| Model | Minor | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 918 cc | 1420 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2520 mm |
