2009 Audi A6 vs. 1972 Morris Traveller
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1972 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1972 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Morris Traveller. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morris Traveller. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1972 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Audi | Morris |
| Model | A6 | Traveller |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2380 mm |
