2003 Morgan 4 vs. 1968 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2003 Morgan 4 is newer by 35 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Morgan 4 weights approximately 186 kg more than 1968 Opel Olympia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2003 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Morgan 4 | 1968 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Morgan | Opel |
Model | 4 | Olympia |
Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |