1959 Morris Cowley vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 50 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1959 Morris Cowley. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 1187 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Cowley. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Cowley. 2009 Volkswagen Touran 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. 2009 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Morris Cowley | 2009 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
Model | Cowley | Touran |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 106 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 99.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |