2003 Ford Focus vs. 1973 Morris Traveller
To start off, 2003 Ford Focus is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 1,387 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Focus (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1973 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1973 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Focus weights approximately 335 kg more than 1973 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, 2003 Ford Focus (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Focus | 1973 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Focus | Traveller |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |
