1963 Morris Traveller vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 47 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1963 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1963 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 528 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morris Traveller. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Morris Traveller | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
| Model | Traveller | Golf |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
