1956 Citroen DS vs. 1959 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1959 Morris Cowley is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Citroen DS (65 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1959 Morris Cowley. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 138 kg more than 1959 Morris Cowley. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Morris Cowley is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Morris Cowley. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Citroen DS (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Cowley. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1959 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | DS | Cowley |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |
