1972 Ford Cortina vs. 1956 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1972 Ford Cortina is newer by 16 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Cortina (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1956 Morris Cowley. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Morris Cowley weights approximately 10 kg more than 1972 Ford Cortina.
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:
| 1972 Ford Cortina | 1956 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Cortina | Cowley |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1054 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 52 L |
