1959 Morris Cowley vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 47 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, 2006 Opel Corsa (89 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1959 Morris Cowley. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Cowley weights approximately 136 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Opel Corsa (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Cowley. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Morris Cowley | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Morris | Opel |
| Model | Cowley | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1398 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 73.4 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 | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 44 L |
