2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1963 Morris Traveller
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 43 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1963 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1963 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 545 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.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Morris Traveller. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Fiat Panda (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morris Traveller. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1963 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Panda | Traveller |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| 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 | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 82 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 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 38 L |
