1980 Chrysler Avenger vs. 1957 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1980 Chrysler Avenger is newer by 23 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Morris Cowley is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chrysler Avenger (59 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1957 Morris Cowley. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chrysler Avenger should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Cowley weights approximately 240 kg more than 1980 Chrysler Avenger.
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, 1957 Morris Cowley (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1957 Morris Cowley will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chrysler Avenger | 1957 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Chrysler | Morris |
| Model | Avenger | Cowley |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |
