1967 MG Midget vs. 1963 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1967 MG Midget is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 MG Midget is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 MG Midget (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1963 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1963 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Morris Traveller weights approximately 115 kg more than 1967 MG Midget.
Because 1967 MG Midget 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 1967 MG Midget. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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, 1967 MG Midget (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morris Traveller. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 MG Midget | 1963 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | MG | Morris |
| Model | Midget | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2380 mm |
