1972 Morris Traveller vs. 1969 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1972 Morris Traveller is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Morris Traveller is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Corolla (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1972 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Morris Traveller weights approximately 115 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1969 Toyota Corolla 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 1969 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1972 Morris Traveller (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Morris Traveller will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Morris Traveller | 1969 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Traveller | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.3 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2290 mm |
