1989 Morgan 4 vs. 1966 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1989 Morgan 4 is newer by 23 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Morgan 4 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1966 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Morris Traveller weights approximately 5 kg more than 1989 Morgan 4.
Because 1989 Morgan 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Morris Traveller, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Morgan 4 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris Traveller. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Morgan 4 | 1966 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Morgan | Morris |
| Model | 4 | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |
