1964 Morris Traveller vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1983 Opel Ascona is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1964 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Ascona weights approximately 90 kg more than 1964 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Opel Ascona (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Traveller. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Morris Traveller | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Morris | Opel |
| Model | Traveller | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
