1963 Morris Traveller vs. 1973 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1973 Toyota 2000GT is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Toyota 2000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota 2000GT (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1963 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 1963 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota 2000GT weights approximately 330 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.
Because 1973 Toyota 2000GT 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 1973 Toyota 2000GT. 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, 1973 Toyota 2000GT (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morris Traveller. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota 2000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Morris Traveller | 1973 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Traveller | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
