1954 Morris Cowley vs. 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is newer by 3 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 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Morris Cowley is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Morris Cowley (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (30 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Morris Cowley should accelerate faster than 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Morris Cowley weights approximately 234 kg more than 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 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.
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1954 Morris Cowley | 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
Model | Cowley | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1954 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1054 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |