1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 1963 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1995 Ford Scorpio is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Scorpio (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1963 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1963 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 777 kg more than 1963 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Ford Scorpio 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 1995 Ford Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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, 1995 Ford Scorpio (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morris Traveller. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Scorpio | 1963 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Scorpio | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
