1949 Morris Minor vs. 1956 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1956 Morris Cowley is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Morris Cowley is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Morris Cowley (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Morris Cowley should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Morris Cowley weights approximately 264 kg more than 1949 Morris Minor. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Morris Minor | 1956 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Morris | Morris |
| Model | Minor | Cowley |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 916 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1054 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2440 mm |
