1965 Morris Traveller vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corolla is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corolla (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1965 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 90 kg more than 1965 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, 1983 Toyota Corolla (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Traveller. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Morris Traveller | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Traveller | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
