2008 Honda Civic vs. 1965 Morris Traveller
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1965 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 592 kg more than 1965 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 Honda Civic (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Traveller. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 1965 Morris Traveller | |
Make | Honda | Morris |
Model | Civic | Traveller |
Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 83.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |