2005 Ford Focus vs. 1973 Morris Traveller
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 32 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1973 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1973 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 420 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, 2005 Ford Focus (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 1973 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Focus | Traveller |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2380 mm |
