1954 Morris Cowley vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 56 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 2,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1954 Morris Cowley. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 637 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. 2010 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1954 Morris Cowley has manual transmission. 1954 Morris Cowley will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Morris Cowley | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Morris | Dodge |
| Model | Cowley | Charger |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1054 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3048 mm |
