1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1972 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1972 Morris Traveller is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1972 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 9 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 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Morris Traveller, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morris Traveller. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1972 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Morris |
| Model | Giulietta | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2380 mm |
