1957 Morris Minor vs. 1968 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1968 Morris Traveller is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Morris Traveller is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Morris Traveller (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Morris Traveller should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Morris Traveller weights approximately 38 kg more than 1957 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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, 1968 Morris Traveller (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Morris Traveller will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Morris Minor | 1968 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Morris | Morris |
| Model | Minor | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 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 |
