2000 Ford Falcon vs. 1963 Morris Traveller
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon is newer by 37 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), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (268 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1963 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1963 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Falcon weights approximately 468 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 2000 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 2000 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, 2000 Ford Falcon (420 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morris Traveller. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 1963 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Falcon | Traveller |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
