1973 Morris Traveller vs. 1974 Rover 2000
To start off, 1974 Rover 2000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 1,976 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Rover 2000 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1973 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 1973 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Rover 2000 weights approximately 440 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 1974 Rover 2000 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 1974 Rover 2000. 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, 1974 Rover 2000 (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Morris Traveller | 1974 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Morris | Rover |
| Model | Traveller | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2640 mm |
