1989 Lancia Delta vs. 1972 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1989 Lancia Delta is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Delta (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1972 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1972 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Delta weights approximately 436 kg more than 1972 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Morris Traveller. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Lancia Delta (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morris Traveller. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lancia Delta | 1972 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Lancia | Morris |
| Model | Delta | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2380 mm |
