1976 Audi 100 vs. 1957 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1976 Audi 100 is newer by 19 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 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1976 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Audi 100 (70 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1957 Morris Cowley. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Audi 100 weights approximately 90 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, 1976 Audi 100 (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Cowley. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Audi 100 | 1957 Morris Cowley | |
Make | Audi | Morris |
Model | 100 | Cowley |
Year Released | 1976 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |