1963 Morris Traveller vs. 1959 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1963 Morris Traveller is newer by 4 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Morris Cowley is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Morris Cowley (53 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1963 Morris Traveller. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Morris Cowley should accelerate faster than 1963 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Cowley weights approximately 290 kg more than 1963 Morris Traveller. 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, 1963 Morris Traveller, 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, 1959 Morris Cowley (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morris Traveller. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Morris Cowley will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Morris Traveller | 1959 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Morris | Morris |
| Model | Traveller | Cowley |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 52 L |
