1957 Morris Cowley vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 56 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Scion FR-S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (197 HP) has 144 more horse power than 1957 Morris Cowley. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion FR-S weights approximately 131 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, 2013 Scion FR-S (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Cowley. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Scion FR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Morris Cowley | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Morris | Scion |
| Model | Cowley | FR-S |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |
