2005 Mini Cooper vs. 1974 Morris Traveller
To start off, 2005 Mini Cooper is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mini Cooper (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1974 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1974 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mini Cooper weights approximately 267 kg more than 1974 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, 2005 Mini Cooper (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mini Cooper | 1974 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Mini | Morris |
| Model | Cooper | Traveller |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2380 mm |
