1976 Holden Statesman vs. 1957 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1976 Holden Statesman 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 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Statesman (238 HP) has 185 more horse power than 1957 Morris Cowley. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Statesman weights approximately 415 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 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Cowley. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Statesman | 1957 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Holden | Morris |
| Model | Statesman | Cowley |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5040 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2440 mm |
