1966 Morris Traveller vs. 2009 Audi R8
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 43 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 471 more horse power than 1966 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 750 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 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Morris Traveller. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris Traveller. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Morris Traveller | 2009 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Morris | Audi |
| Model | Traveller | R8 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |
