1961 Isuzu Minx vs. 1956 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1961 Isuzu Minx is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Isuzu Minx (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1956 Morris Cowley. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Isuzu Minx should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Morris Cowley weights approximately 24 kg more than 1961 Isuzu Minx.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Isuzu Minx | 1956 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Isuzu | Morris |
| Model | Minx | Cowley |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1054 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
