1966 Morris Traveller vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1967 Opel Olympia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Morris Traveller is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Olympia (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1966 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Morris Traveller weights approximately 50 kg more than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Because 1967 Opel Olympia 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 1967 Opel Olympia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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, 1967 Opel Olympia (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris Traveller. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Olympia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Morris Traveller | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Morris | Opel |
Model | Traveller | Olympia |
Year Released | 1966 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |