1954 Morris Cowley vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 54 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1954 Morris Cowley. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 797 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 2008 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Morris Cowley. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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 | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Morris | SsangYong |
| Model | Cowley | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1054 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
