1959 Morris Cowley vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1996 Opel Vectra is newer by 37 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Vectra (168 HP) has 115 more horse power than 1959 Morris Cowley. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 104 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.
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, 1996 Opel Vectra, 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, 1996 Opel Vectra (230 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Cowley. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Morris Cowley | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Morris | Opel |
Model | Cowley | Vectra |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 168 HP |
Torque | 106 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |