1959 Morris Cowley vs. 1996 Volvo S40
To start off, 1996 Volvo S40 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo S40 (138 HP) has 85 more horse power than 1959 Morris Cowley. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo S40 weights approximately 98 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 Volvo S40, 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 Volvo S40 (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Cowley. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Morris Cowley | 1996 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Morris | Volvo |
Model | Cowley | S40 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 106 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1218 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |