1958 Morris Cowley vs. 2010 Opel Agila
To start off, 2010 Opel Agila is newer by 52 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Morris Cowley is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Agila (59 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1958 Morris Cowley. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Cowley weights approximately 180 kg more than 2010 Opel Agila.
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, 2010 Opel Agila, 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, 1958 Morris Cowley (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1958 Morris Cowley will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Morris Cowley | 2010 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Morris | Opel |
| Model | Cowley | Agila |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 41 L |
