1989 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1970 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1989 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1970 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1970 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Morgan Plus 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 Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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 Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Morgan Plus 4 | 1970 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Morgan | Morris |
| Model | Plus 4 | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2380 mm |
