2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 1967 Morris Traveller
To start off, 2006 Ford Fiesta is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fiesta (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1967 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 275 kg more than 1967 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, 2006 Ford Fiesta (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris Traveller. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fiesta | 1967 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Fiesta | Traveller |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 830 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
