1954 Morris Cowley vs. 1968 NSU 1000
To start off, 1968 NSU 1000 is newer by 14 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, 1968 NSU 1000 (70 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1954 Morris Cowley. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 NSU 1000 should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Morris Cowley weights approximately 354 kg more than 1968 NSU 1000.
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 | 1968 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Morris | NSU |
| Model | Cowley | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 66.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1054 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2260 mm |
