1962 Ford Zephyr vs. 1957 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1962 Ford Zephyr is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ford Zephyr (103 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1957 Morris Cowley. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 59 kg more than 1957 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. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Ford Zephyr (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Cowley. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1962 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Zephyr | 1957 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Zephyr | Cowley |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |
