1962 Morris 1100 vs. 1983 Skoda L
To start off, 1983 Skoda L is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris 1100 would be higher. At 1,096 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Morris 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Morris 1100 (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Morris 1100 should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Skoda L weights approximately 10 kg more than 1962 Morris 1100.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Morris 1100 (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Morris 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Morris 1100 | 1983 Skoda L | |
| Make | Morris | Skoda |
| Model | 1100 | L |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 38 L |
