1997 Ford Escort vs. 1964 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1997 Ford Escort is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Escort (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1964 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Escort weights approximately 250 kg more than 1964 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Ford Escort (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Traveller. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Escort | 1964 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Escort | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
