1973 Morris Traveller vs. 1948 Morris Six
To start off, 1973 Morris Traveller is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Six would be higher. At 2,215 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Morris Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Morris Six (70 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Morris Six should accelerate faster than 1973 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Morris Six weights approximately 369 kg more than 1973 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Morris Six 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 1948 Morris Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1948 Morris Six (135 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1948 Morris Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Morris Traveller | 1948 Morris Six | |
| Make | Morris | Morris |
| Model | Traveller | Six |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2800 mm |
