1973 Morris Traveller vs. 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 2 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 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1973 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Morris Traveller weights approximately 60 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit.
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, 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Morris Traveller | 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
| Model | Traveller | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.3 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
