1968 Morris Minor vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1978 Skoda L is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Morris Minor (47 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Morris Minor should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Skoda L weights approximately 25 kg more than 1968 Morris Minor.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Morris Minor (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Morris Minor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Morris Minor | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Morris | Skoda |
| Model | Minor | L |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
