1972 Ford Granada vs. 1959 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1972 Ford Granada is newer by 13 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 2,551 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Granada (125 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1959 Morris Cowley. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Granada weights approximately 141 kg more than 1959 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, 1972 Ford Granada (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Cowley. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Granada | 1959 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Granada | Cowley |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2551 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 52 L |
