1959 Morris Cowley vs. 1983 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1983 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 24 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volkswagen Golf (70 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1959 Morris Cowley. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Cowley weights approximately 200 kg more than 1983 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1959 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 1959 Morris Cowley. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1983 Volkswagen Golf (133 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Cowley. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Morris Cowley | 1983 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cowley | Golf |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
