1971 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1971 Morris Traveller
To start off, both 1971 Chevrolet Camaro and 1971 Morris Traveller were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1971 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 660 kg more than 1971 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chevrolet Camaro | 1971 Morris Traveller | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
Model | Camaro | Traveller |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1273 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 70.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 82.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2380 mm |