1968 Morris Minor vs. 1981 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1981 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 13 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Skoda Rapid R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Skoda Rapid R (62 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Skoda Rapid R should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Skoda Rapid R weights approximately 27 kg more than 1968 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, 1981 Skoda Rapid R (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Skoda Rapid R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Morris Minor | 1981 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Morris | Skoda |
| Model | Minor | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 47 L |
