1965 Morris Traveller vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 1990 Rover 400 is newer by 25 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rover 400 (115 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1965 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Rover 400 weights approximately 245 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, 1990 Rover 400 (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Traveller. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Morris Traveller | 1990 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Morris | Rover |
| Model | Traveller | 400 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2560 mm |
