1968 Morris Mini Moke vs. 1968 Skoda 1202
To start off, both 1968 Morris Mini Moke and 1968 Skoda 1202 were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Skoda 1202 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Skoda 1202 (45 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1968 Morris Mini Moke. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Skoda 1202 should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Mini Moke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1968 Morris Mini Moke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Skoda 1202 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 1968 Skoda 1202. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Morris Mini Moke, 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, 1968 Skoda 1202 (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Mini Moke. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1968 Skoda 1202 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Mini Moke.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Morris Mini Moke | 1968 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Morris | Skoda |
| Model | Mini Moke | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 30 L |
