1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1967 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1967 Morris Traveller is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fairthorpe Electron would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Morris Traveller is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Morris Traveller (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Morris Traveller should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Morris Traveller weights approximately 365 kg more than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Fairthorpe Electron 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 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 1967 Morris Traveller (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Morris Traveller will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 1967 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Morris |
| Model | Electron | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
