1954 Morris Cowley vs. 1956 Morris Isis
To start off, 1956 Morris Isis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Morris Isis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Morris Isis (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1954 Morris Cowley. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Morris Isis should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Morris Isis weights approximately 243 kg more than 1954 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 Morris Cowley | 1956 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Morris | Morris |
| Model | Cowley | Isis |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1054 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
