1998 Ford Falcon vs. 1963 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1998 Ford Falcon is newer by 35 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Falcon (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1963 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1963 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Falcon weights approximately 750 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 1998 Ford Falcon 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 1998 Ford Falcon. 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, 1998 Ford Falcon (395 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morris Traveller. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Falcon | 1963 Morris Traveller | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | Falcon | Traveller |
Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2380 mm |