2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1965 Morris Traveller
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 39 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1965 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 270 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 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Morris Traveller. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Traveller. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1965 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Panda | Traveller |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 38 L |
