1959 Morris Cowley vs. 2010 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2010 Toyota RAV4 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP) has 126 more horse power than 1959 Morris Cowley. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 404 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 Toyota RAV4, 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 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Cowley. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Cowley. 2010 Toyota RAV4 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. 2010 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Morris Cowley | 2010 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Cowley | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 179 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
