1956 Morris Cowley vs. 1982 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 1982 Toyota Soarer is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Soarer (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1956 Morris Cowley. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 126 kg more than 1956 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Morris Cowley | 1982 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Cowley | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1054 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 75 L |
