1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 1968 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1982 Lancia Prisma is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Prisma (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1968 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 250 kg more than 1968 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, 1982 Lancia Prisma (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Traveller. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Prisma | 1968 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Lancia | Morris |
| Model | Prisma | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 38 L |
