1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1954 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1956 Austin A 40 is newer by 2 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. Both 1956 Austin A 40 and 1954 Morris Cowley are equipped with a 1,200 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 41 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Morris Cowley weights approximately 24 kg more than 1956 Austin A 40.
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:
| 1956 Austin A 40 | 1954 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Austin | Morris |
| Model | A 40 | Cowley |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1054 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2440 mm |
