1965 Morris Traveller vs. 2012 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 47 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1965 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 756 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, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (218 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Traveller. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Morris Traveller | 2012 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Morris | Mazda |
| Model | Traveller | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 62 L |
