2009 Ford Focus vs. 1967 Morris Traveller
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1967 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 456 kg more than 1967 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, 2009 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris Traveller. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1967 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Focus | Traveller |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |
