1996 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1970 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 26 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1970 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1970 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 75 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.
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, 1996 Daihatsu Applause (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Applause | 1970 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
| Model | Applause | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2380 mm |
