1964 Morris Traveller vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 48 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1964 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 835 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, 2012 Buick Regal (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Traveller. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Morris Traveller | 2012 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Morris | Buick |
| Model | Traveller | Regal |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| 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 | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |
