1979 Citroen CX vs. 1968 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1979 Citroen CX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1968 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 405 kg more than 1968 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Citroen CX (167 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Traveller. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1968 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | CX | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2380 mm |
