1972 Morris Traveller vs. 2010 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 38 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1972 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1972 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Morris Traveller weights approximately 90 kg more than 2010 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2010 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2010 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2010 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morris Traveller. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Morris Traveller | 2010 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Morris | Daihatsu |
| Model | Traveller | Terios |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.3 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2590 mm |
