1985 Lancia Delta vs. 1964 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1985 Lancia Delta is newer by 21 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 1,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1964 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lancia Delta weights approximately 105 kg more than 1964 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Lancia Delta (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Traveller. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Delta | 1964 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Lancia | Morris |
| Model | Delta | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2380 mm |
