1971 Morris Traveller vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2001 Toyota RunX is newer by 30 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota RunX (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1971 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota RunX weights approximately 325 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 2001 Toyota RunX 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, 2001 Toyota RunX 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, 2001 Toyota RunX (138 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Morris Traveller | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Traveller | RunX |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.3 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
