1988 Citroen CX vs. 1966 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1988 Citroen CX is newer by 22 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1966 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 590 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, 1988 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris Traveller. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 1966 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | CX | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
