1956 Morris Cowley vs. 2001 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2001 GAZ 3111 is newer by 45 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 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1956 Morris Cowley. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 446 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. 2001 GAZ 3111 has automatic transmission and 1956 Morris Cowley has manual transmission. 1956 Morris Cowley will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 GAZ 3111 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Morris Cowley | 2001 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Morris | GAZ |
| Model | Cowley | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1054 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |
