1959 Morris Cowley vs. 1994 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 35 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP) has 200 more horse power than 1959 Morris Cowley. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 164 kg more than 1959 Morris Cowley. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Cowley. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Cowley. 1994 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 1959 Morris Cowley has manual transmission. 1959 Morris Cowley will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Morris Cowley | 1994 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Morris | Plymouth |
| Model | Cowley | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 253 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 46 L |
