1957 Morris Minor vs. 1968 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1968 Skoda Octavia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Skoda Octavia (44 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (35 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 145 kg more than 1957 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 Skoda Octavia (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Morris Minor | 1968 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Morris | Skoda |
| Model | Minor | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 30 L |
