1958 Morris Cowley vs. 1997 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1997 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 39 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 1,837 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Rasheen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Rasheen (123 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1958 Morris Cowley. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 170 kg more than 1958 Morris Cowley. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Morris Cowley. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Rasheen 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, 1997 Nissan Rasheen (160 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Cowley. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Morris Cowley | 1997 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Cowley | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1837 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
