1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1964 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1968 Fiat 850 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Morris Traveller is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat 850 (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1964 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 850 should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Morris Traveller weights approximately 115 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850.
Because 1968 Fiat 850 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 1968 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 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, 1964 Morris Traveller (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Morris Traveller will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 1964 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | 850 | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 38 L |
