1996 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1963 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1996 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1963 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1963 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 230 kg more than 1963 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, 1996 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morris Traveller. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Barchetta | 1963 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Barchetta | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2380 mm |
