1953 Morris Minor vs. 1963 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1963 Morris Traveller is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Morris Traveller is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Morris Traveller (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Morris Traveller should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Morris Traveller weights approximately 5 kg more than 1953 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Morris Minor 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 1953 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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, 1963 Morris Traveller (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1963 Morris Traveller will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morris Minor | 1963 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Morris | Morris |
| Model | Minor | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2380 mm |
