2004 Honda Civic vs. 1966 Morris Traveller
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 1,671 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1966 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 304 kg more than 1966 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, 2004 Honda Civic (151 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris Traveller. (81 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1966 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | Civic | Traveller |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1671 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
