1988 Ford Sierra vs. 1965 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1988 Ford Sierra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Sierra (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1965 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Sierra weights approximately 185 kg more than 1965 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Ford Sierra 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 1988 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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, 1988 Ford Sierra (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Traveller. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Sierra | 1965 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Sierra | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |
