1957 Morris Cowley vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1978 Peugeot 305 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 1,548 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Peugeot 305 (94 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1957 Morris Cowley. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Cowley weights approximately 145 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Because 1957 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 1957 Morris Cowley. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 305, 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, 1978 Peugeot 305 (132 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Cowley. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Morris Cowley | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Morris | Peugeot |
| Model | Cowley | 305 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
