1973 Fiat 500 vs. 1968 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1973 Fiat 500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Morris Traveller is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Morris Traveller (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Morris Traveller should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Morris Traveller weights approximately 320 kg more than 1973 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Fiat 500 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 1973 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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, 1968 Morris Traveller (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Morris Traveller will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 500 | 1968 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | 500 | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 38 L |
