1964 Morris Traveller vs. 1989 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1989 Vauxhall Belmont is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Vauxhall Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Vauxhall Belmont (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1964 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Vauxhall Belmont should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Vauxhall Belmont weights approximately 130 kg more than 1964 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, 1989 Vauxhall Belmont (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Traveller. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Vauxhall Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Morris Traveller | 1989 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Morris | Vauxhall |
| Model | Traveller | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2530 mm |
