1959 Morris Cowley vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1982 Opel Manta is newer by 23 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 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Manta (110 HP) has 57 more horse power than 1959 Morris Cowley. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Cowley weights approximately 55 kg more than 1982 Opel Manta.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Opel Manta (161 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Cowley. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Morris Cowley | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Morris | Opel |
| Model | Cowley | Manta |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
