1955 Morris Cowley vs. 1964 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1964 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Morris Cowley is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Triumph Spitfire (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1955 Morris Cowley. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Morris Cowley weights approximately 351 kg more than 1964 Triumph Spitfire.
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:
| 1955 Morris Cowley | 1964 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Morris | Triumph |
| Model | Cowley | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 40 L |
