2008 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 1968 Morris Traveller
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1968 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1968 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, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Traveller. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt | 1968 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
| Model | Cobalt | Traveller |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 38 L |
