1968 Honda S600 vs. 1967 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1968 Honda S600 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Morris Traveller is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1967 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Morris Traveller weights approximately 130 kg more than 1968 Honda S600.
Because 1968 Honda S600 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 1968 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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 Morris Traveller (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1967 Morris Traveller will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Honda S600 | 1967 Morris Traveller | |
Make | Honda | Morris |
Model | S600 | Traveller |
Year Released | 1968 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 70.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 38 L |