1963 Morris Traveller vs. 2004 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2004 Toyota Solara is newer by 41 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Solara (162 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1963 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1963 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Solara weights approximately 565 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, 2004 Toyota Solara (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morris Traveller. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Morris Traveller | 2004 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Traveller | Solara |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 96 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 | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2680 mm |
