1971 Morris Traveller vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1971 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 155 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 1999 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Morris Traveller. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1999 Suzuki Vitara (126 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Morris Traveller | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Morris | Suzuki |
| Model | Traveller | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2210 mm |
