2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 1970 Morris Traveller
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fiesta (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1970 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1970 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 252 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 Ford Fiesta (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 1970 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Fiesta | Traveller |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2380 mm |
