2007 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1972 Morris Traveller
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Ulysse (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1972 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1972 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 928 kg more than 1972 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, 2007 Fiat Ulysse (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morris Traveller. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Ulysse | 1972 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Ulysse | Traveller |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2380 mm |
