1970 Morris Traveller vs. 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia

To start off, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 513 more horse power than 1970 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1970 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 630 kg more than 1970 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia 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 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morris Traveller.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Morris Traveller 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia
Make Morris Ferrari
Model Traveller 458 Italia
Year Released 1970 2010
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1275 cc 4500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 57 HP 570 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 9000 RPM
Torque 94 Nm 539 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 6000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 855 kg 1485 kg
Vehicle Length 3730 mm 4526 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1938 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1214 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2649 mm