1966 Morris Traveller vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1966 Morris Traveller is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Morris Traveller is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Morris Traveller (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Morris Traveller should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1966 Morris Traveller.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Wartburg 311 (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris Traveller. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Morris Traveller | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Morris | Wartburg |
| Model | Traveller | 311 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 43 L |
