1966 Morris Traveller vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1966 Morris Traveller is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Morris Traveller is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Wartburg 311 (49 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1966 Morris Traveller. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Wartburg 311 should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1966 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Wartburg 311 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris Traveller. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 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 | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Morris | Wartburg |
| Model | Traveller | 311 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 970 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 |
