1972 Ford Torino vs. 1973 Morris 1800
To start off, 1973 Morris 1800 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Torino (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1973 Morris 1800. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 1973 Morris 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 452 kg more than 1973 Morris 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford Torino 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 Torino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Morris 1800, 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, 1972 Ford Torino (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Morris 1800. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Morris 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 1973 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Torino | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2700 mm |
