1965 Morris Traveller vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 1998 Rover 75 is newer by 33 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1965 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 690 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, 1998 Rover 75 (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Traveller. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Morris Traveller | 1998 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Morris | Rover |
| Model | Traveller | 75 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 66 L |
