1999 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1978 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Morgan Plus 4 | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Morgan | Skoda |
| Model | Plus 4 | L |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
