1993 Ford Sierra vs. 1970 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1993 Ford Sierra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Sierra (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1970 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1970 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Sierra weights approximately 260 kg more than 1970 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 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 1993 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1993 Ford Sierra (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Sierra | 1970 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Sierra | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |
