1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1965 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 25 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1965 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 202 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.
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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Traveller. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1965 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Tempra | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
