1959 Morris Cowley vs. 1998 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1998 Opel Corsa is newer by 39 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Morris Cowley is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 53 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Cowley weights approximately 136 kg more than 1998 Opel Corsa.
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, 1998 Opel Corsa, 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, 1959 Morris Cowley (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Corsa. (82 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Morris Cowley will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Morris Cowley | 1998 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Morris | Opel |
Model | Cowley | Corsa |
Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 106 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 72.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 44 L |