1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1958 Morris Cowley

To start off, both 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 and 1958 Morris Cowley were released in the same year (1958). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 (114 HP) has 61 more horse power than 1958 Morris Cowley. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Cowley weights approximately 120 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900.

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.

Compare all specifications:

1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 1958 Morris Cowley
Make Alfa Romeo Morris
Model 1900 Cowley
Year Released 1958 1958
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1975 cc 1489 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 53 HP
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 1120 kg
Vehicle Length 4210 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2440 mm


 

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