2005 Fiat Punto vs. 1970 Morris Traveller
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 35 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Punto (84 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1970 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1970 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Punto weights approximately 295 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.
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, 2005 Fiat Punto (195 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 1970 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Punto | Traveller |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2380 mm |
