1972 Morris Traveller vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1972 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1972 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 555 kg more than 1972 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Morris Traveller. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy 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, 2000 Subaru Legacy (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morris Traveller. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Morris Traveller | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Morris | Subaru |
| Model | Traveller | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
