1964 Morris Traveller vs. 2009 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 45 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1964 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 592 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, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Traveller. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Morris Traveller | 2009 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
| Model | Traveller | Passat |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 79.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
