1957 Morris Cowley vs. 1986 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1986 Nissan Silvia is newer by 29 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 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Silvia (133 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1957 Morris Cowley. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 75 kg more than 1957 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. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Nissan Silvia (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Cowley. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Morris Cowley | 1986 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Cowley | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 133 HP |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
