1971 Morris Traveller vs. 1968 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1971 Morris Traveller is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 1,273 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Morris Traveller is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel Olympia (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1971 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Morris Traveller weights approximately 75 kg more than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Because 1968 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 1968 Opel Olympia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1971 Morris Traveller (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Morris Traveller will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Morris Traveller | 1968 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Morris | Opel |
| Model | Traveller | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.3 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2420 mm |
