1963 Morris Traveller vs. 1986 Rover 825
To start off, 1986 Rover 825 is newer by 23 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Rover 825 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Rover 825 (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1963 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Rover 825 should accelerate faster than 1963 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rover 825 weights approximately 646 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, 1986 Rover 825 (268 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morris Traveller. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Rover 825 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Morris Traveller | 1986 Rover 825 | |
| Make | Morris | Rover |
| Model | Traveller | 825 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |
