1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1956 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 is newer by 6 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 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1956 Morris Cowley. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 61 kg more than 1956 Morris Cowley. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1956 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Morris |
| Model | 2600 | Cowley |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1054 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 52 L |
