1962 Ford Taunus vs. 1962 Morris 1100
To start off, both 1962 Ford Taunus and 1962 Morris 1100 were released in the same year (1962). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Morris 1100 (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1962 Ford Taunus. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Morris 1100 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ford Taunus weights approximately 30 kg more than 1962 Morris 1100.
Because 1962 Ford Taunus 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 1962 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 Morris 1100, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Taunus | 1962 Morris 1100 | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Taunus | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1183 cc | 1096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2380 mm |
