1950 Morris Minor vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 57 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 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1950 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 800 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, 2007 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Morris Minor | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Morris | Skoda |
Model | Minor | Octavia |
Year Released | 1950 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 918 cc | 1966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2580 mm |