1962 Morris Minor vs. 1972 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1972 Skoda 1202 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,219 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Skoda 1202 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Morris Minor (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Morris Minor should accelerate faster than 1972 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1962 Morris Minor.
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, 1972 Skoda 1202 (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Skoda 1202 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Morris Minor | 1972 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Morris | Skoda |
| Model | Minor | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2690 mm |
