1959 Morris Cowley vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 51 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, 2010 Honda Jazz (99 HP) has 46 more horse power than 1959 Morris Cowley. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Jazz weights approximately 923 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, 2010 Honda Jazz, 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, 2010 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Cowley. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Morris Cowley | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Morris | Honda |
| Model | Cowley | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 99 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 73 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 | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 42 L |
