1967 Morris Traveller vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva is newer by 31 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 1,685 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1967 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 538 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, 1998 Opel Meriva (185 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris Traveller. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Morris Traveller | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Morris | Opel |
| Model | Traveller | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 52 L |
