1965 Morris Traveller vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1975 Opel Ascona is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Opel Ascona (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1965 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Opel Ascona weights approximately 172 kg more than 1965 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Opel Ascona 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 1975 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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, 1975 Opel Ascona (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Traveller. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Morris Traveller | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Morris | Opel |
Model | Traveller | Ascona |
Year Released | 1965 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |