1963 Ford Cortina vs. 1972 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1972 Morris Traveller is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ford Cortina (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1972 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1972 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Morris Traveller weights approximately 15 kg more than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Because 1963 Ford Cortina 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 1963 Ford Cortina. 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, 1963 Ford Cortina (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morris Traveller. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Cortina | 1972 Morris Traveller | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | Cortina | Traveller |
Year Released | 1963 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 70.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 82.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2380 mm |