1987 Chevrolet Celebrity vs. 1966 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1966 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity weights approximately 530 kg more than 1966 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, 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris Traveller. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity | 1966 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
| Model | Celebrity | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2380 mm |
