1955 Morris Minor vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia is newer by 51 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Fabia (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 388 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, 2006 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, 2006 Skoda Fabia (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Morris Minor | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Morris | Skoda |
| Model | Minor | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 45 L |
