1972 Morris Traveller vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 37 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1972 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1972 Morris Traveller.
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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morris Traveller. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Morris Traveller | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Traveller | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
