2009 Ford E-150 vs. 1973 Morris Traveller
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 36 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1973 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1973 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford E-150 weights approximately 111 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.
Because 2009 Ford E-150 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 2009 Ford E-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 2009 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-150 | 1973 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | E-150 | Traveller |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2380 mm |
