1955 Morris Cowley vs. 1999 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR2 is newer by 44 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota MR2 (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1955 Morris Cowley. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Morris Cowley weights approximately 116 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR2.
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 | 1999 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Cowley | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 48 L |
