1998 Morgan 4 vs. 1969 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1998 Morgan 4 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1969 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 90 kg more than 1998 Morgan 4.
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, 1998 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Morgan 4 | 1969 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Morgan | Skoda |
Model | 4 | Octavia |
Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 30 L |