1954 Austin A 55 vs. 1955 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1955 Morris Cowley is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 55 (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1955 Morris Cowley. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 55 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Morris Cowley weights approximately 1 kg more than 1954 Austin A 55.
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:
| 1954 Austin A 55 | 1955 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Austin | Morris |
| Model | A 55 | Cowley |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 54 L |
