1957 Morris Cowley vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 51 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Morris Cowley is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Yaris (86 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1957 Morris Cowley. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Cowley weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2008 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Cowley. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Morris Cowley | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Cowley | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 86 HP |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 15310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 42 L |
