1955 Morris Minor vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2000 Skoda Octavia is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Octavia (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 568 kg more than 1955 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Skoda Octavia (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Morris Minor | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Morris | Skoda |
Model | Minor | Octavia |
Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 947 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2580 mm |