1953 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2004 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Octavia is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Skoda Octavia (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1953 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1953 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 593 kg more than 1953 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Morgan Plus 4 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 1953 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morgan Plus 4 | 2004 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Morgan | Skoda |
| Model | Plus 4 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
