1957 Morris Cowley vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 is newer by 50 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 307 (138 HP) has 85 more horse power than 1957 Morris Cowley. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 176 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Peugeot 307 (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Cowley. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Cowley. 2007 Peugeot 307 has automatic transmission and 1957 Morris Cowley has manual transmission. 1957 Morris Cowley will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Peugeot 307 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Morris Cowley | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Morris | Peugeot |
| Model | Cowley | 307 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
