1959 Morris Cowley vs. 2012 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2012 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 53 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP) has 217 more horse power than 1959 Morris Cowley. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 876 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 2012 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Morris Cowley. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Cowley. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Cowley. 2012 Toyota 4Runner 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. 2012 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Morris Cowley | 2012 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Cowley | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 270 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 87 L |
