1972 Ford Cortina vs. 1967 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1972 Ford Cortina is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Morris Traveller (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1972 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Morris Traveller should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Cortina weights approximately 189 kg more than 1967 Morris Traveller.
Because 1972 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 1972 Ford Cortina. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Morris Traveller will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Cortina | 1967 Morris Traveller | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | Cortina | Traveller |
Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 82.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 38 L |