1959 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1969 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1969 Morris Traveller is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Lancia Flaminia (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1969 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1969 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 585 kg more than 1969 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Lancia Flaminia 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 1959 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 1959 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Flaminia | 1969 Morris Traveller | |
Make | Lancia | Morris |
Model | Flaminia | Traveller |
Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 82.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |