1963 Morris Traveller vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 50 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (221 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1963 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1963 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 740 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 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Morris Traveller. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morris Traveller. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Morris Traveller | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Morris | Subaru |
| Model | Traveller | Forester |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2615 mm |
