1959 Morris Cowley vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1981 Skoda L is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Morris Cowley is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Morris Cowley (53 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Morris Cowley should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Cowley weights approximately 295 kg more than 1981 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Morris Cowley (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Morris Cowley will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Morris Cowley | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Morris | Skoda |
| Model | Cowley | L |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 38 L |
