1987 Citroen AX vs. 1972 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (85 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1972 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1972 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Morris Traveller weights approximately 133 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
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 Citroen AX (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morris Traveller. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1972 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | AX | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2380 mm |
