1996 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 1964 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1964 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1964 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Morris Traveller. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer significantly more control. 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 Mitsubishi L 200 (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Traveller. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 | 1964 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Morris |
| Model | L 200 | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2380 mm |
