1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 1974 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1996 Ford Scorpio is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Scorpio (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1974 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1974 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 582 kg more than 1974 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Ford Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1996 Ford Scorpio (202 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Scorpio | 1974 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Scorpio | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
