1963 Morris Traveller vs. 1996 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1996 Subaru Legacy is newer by 33 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru Legacy (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1963 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1963 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 520 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 1996 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Morris Traveller. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Subaru Legacy (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morris Traveller. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Morris Traveller | 1996 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Morris | Subaru |
| Model | Traveller | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
