2000 Audi TT vs. 1973 Morris Traveller
To start off, 2000 Audi TT is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi TT (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1973 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1973 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi TT weights approximately 425 kg more than 1973 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, 2000 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi TT | 1973 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Audi | Morris |
| Model | TT | Traveller |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2380 mm |
