1954 Morris Cowley vs. 2005 Seat Altea
To start off, 2005 Seat Altea is newer by 51 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Altea (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1954 Morris Cowley. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Altea weights approximately 266 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.
Because 1954 Morris Cowley is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Morris Cowley. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Altea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 | 2005 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Morris | Seat |
| Model | Cowley | Altea |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1054 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
