2005 Ford Fairlane vs. 1963 Morris Traveller
To start off, 2005 Ford Fairlane is newer by 42 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fairlane (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1963 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1963 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 875 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 2005 Ford Fairlane 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 2005 Ford Fairlane. 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, 2005 Ford Fairlane (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morris Traveller. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fairlane | 1963 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Fairlane | Traveller |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2380 mm |
