2008 Honda Civic vs. 1968 Morris Traveller
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic 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 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1968 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 524 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 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Traveller. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1968 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | Civic | Traveller |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
