1958 Morris Cowley vs. 1995 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Neon is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Neon (131 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1958 Morris Cowley. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Cowley weights approximately 11 kg more than 1995 Plymouth Neon.
Because 1958 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 1958 Morris Cowley. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Neon, 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, 1995 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Cowley. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Morris Cowley | 1995 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Morris | Plymouth |
Model | Cowley | Neon |
Year Released | 1958 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 131 HP |
Torque | 106 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 79 L |