2005 Kia Carnival vs. 1965 Morris Traveller
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 40 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (137 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1965 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 285 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.
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 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Traveller. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 1965 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Kia | Morris |
| Model | Carnival | Traveller |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 38 L |
