1964 Morris Traveller vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 35 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1964 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 990 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.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Morris Traveller. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Opel Frontera (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Traveller. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Morris Traveller | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Morris | Opel |
| Model | Traveller | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
