1959 Ford Prefect vs. 1963 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1963 Morris Traveller is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford Prefect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Morris Traveller (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Morris Traveller should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Morris Traveller weights approximately 65 kg more than 1959 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Prefect 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 1959 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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, 1963 Morris Traveller (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1963 Morris Traveller will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Prefect | 1963 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Prefect | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 38 L |
