2006 Honda Accord vs. 1971 Morris Traveller
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 35 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1971 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 220 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, 2006 Honda Accord (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1971 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | Accord | Traveller |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |
