1958 Morris Cowley vs. 2010 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2010 Opel Vivaro 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Vivaro (101 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1958 Morris Cowley. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 494 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 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 Vivaro, 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, 2010 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Cowley. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Morris Cowley | 2010 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Morris | Opel |
Model | Cowley | Vivaro |
Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 101 HP |
Torque | 106 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 90 L |