1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1974 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1974 Morris Traveller is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Morris Traveller is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Morris Traveller (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Morris Traveller should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 40 weights approximately 132 kg more than 1974 Morris Traveller.
Because 1952 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 1952 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1974 Morris Traveller (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Morris Traveller will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 40 | 1974 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Austin | Morris |
| Model | A 40 | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2380 mm |
