1963 Morris Traveller vs. 1980 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1980 Toyota Corona is newer by 17 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 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Corona (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1963 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1963 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Corona weights approximately 322 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 1980 Toyota Corona 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 1980 Toyota Corona. 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, 1980 Toyota Corona (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morris Traveller. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Morris Traveller | 1980 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Traveller | Corona |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2530 mm |
