1958 Ford Consul vs. 1972 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1972 Morris Traveller is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,702 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Morris Traveller (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Morris Traveller should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Consul weights approximately 225 kg more than 1972 Morris Traveller.
Because 1958 Ford Consul is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Morris Traveller, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1958 Ford Consul (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morris Traveller. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Consul | 1972 Morris Traveller | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | Consul | Traveller |
Year Released | 1958 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 70.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |