1963 Morris Traveller vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1963 Morris Traveller is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Morris Traveller is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Wartburg 311 (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1963 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Wartburg 311 should accelerate faster than 1963 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1963 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1962 Wartburg 311 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morris Traveller. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Morris Traveller | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Morris | Wartburg |
| Model | Traveller | 311 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 43 L |
