1999 MCC Smart vs. 1963 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Morris Traveller is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 MCC Smart (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1963 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1963 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Morris Traveller weights approximately 130 kg more than 1999 MCC Smart.
Because 1999 MCC Smart 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 1999 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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, 1963 Morris Traveller (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 Morris Traveller will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 1963 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | MCC | Morris |
| Model | Smart | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2380 mm |
