1959 Ford Prefect vs. 1964 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1964 Morris Traveller is newer by 5 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Morris Traveller is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Morris Traveller (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Morris Traveller should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Morris Traveller weights approximately 30 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, 1964 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, 1964 Morris Traveller (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1964 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 | 1964 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Prefect | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 38 L |
