2009 Fiat Fiorino vs. 1974 Morris Traveller
To start off, 2009 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Morris Traveller is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Fiorino (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1974 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Fiorino should accelerate faster than 1974 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 417 kg more than 1974 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, 2009 Fiat Fiorino (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Fiorino | 1974 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Fiorino | Traveller |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2380 mm |
