2002 Honda City vs. 1971 Morris Traveller
To start off, 2002 Honda City is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1971 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda City weights approximately 87 kg more than 1971 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, 2002 Honda City (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda City | 1971 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | City | Traveller |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2380 mm |
