2004 Ford Focus vs. 1968 Morris Traveller
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1968 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 370 kg more than 1968 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, 2004 Ford Focus (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Traveller. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1968 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Focus | Traveller |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |
