1949 Austin A 40 vs. 1965 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1965 Morris Traveller is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Morris Traveller (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Morris Traveller should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 40 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1965 Morris Traveller.
Because 1949 Austin A 40 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 1949 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Morris Traveller, 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, 1965 Morris Traveller (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1965 Morris Traveller will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 40 | 1965 Morris Traveller | |
Make | Austin | Morris |
Model | A 40 | Traveller |
Year Released | 1949 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 83.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 38 L |