1959 Morris Cowley vs. 1989 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1989 Subaru Leone is newer by 30 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Leone (72 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Morris Cowley. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Cowley weights approximately 88 kg more than 1989 Subaru Leone.
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, 1989 Subaru Leone, 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, 1989 Subaru Leone (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Cowley. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Morris Cowley | 1989 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Morris | Subaru |
| Model | Cowley | Leone |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
