1972 Honda Civic vs. 1968 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1972 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 1,169 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Honda Civic (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1968 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Morris Traveller weights approximately 152 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 Morris Traveller (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Morris Traveller will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda Civic | 1968 Morris Traveller | |
Make | Honda | Morris |
Model | Civic | Traveller |
Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2380 mm |