1966 Morris Traveller vs. 1990 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1990 Nissan Vanette is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 1,950 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Vanette (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1966 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Vanette should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 600 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.
Because 1990 Nissan Vanette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Nissan Vanette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Morris Traveller, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Vanette (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris Traveller. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Vanette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Morris Traveller | 1990 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Traveller | Vanette |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2080 mm |
