2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1967 Morris Traveller
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 42 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1967 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 685 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.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Morris Traveller. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris Traveller. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 1967 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Kia | Morris |
| Model | Sportage | Traveller |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 38 L |
