1954 Austin A 70 vs. 1956 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1956 Morris Cowley is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 70 (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1956 Morris Cowley. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 70 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1956 Morris Cowley. 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:
| 1954 Austin A 70 | 1956 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Austin | Morris |
| Model | A 70 | Cowley |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1054 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 52 L |
