1957 Morris Cowley vs. 2011 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2011 Nissan Navara is newer by 54 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Navara (172 HP) has 119 more horse power than 1957 Morris Cowley. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Navara weights approximately 912 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.
Because 2011 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Morris Cowley. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Navara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Cowley. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Morris Cowley | 2011 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Cowley | Navara |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |
