1981 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1959 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1981 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 22 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Daihatsu Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Daihatsu Delta (91 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1959 Morris Cowley. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Cowley weights approximately 35 kg more than 1981 Daihatsu Delta.
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, 1981 Daihatsu Delta (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Cowley. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Daihatsu Delta | 1959 Morris Cowley | |
Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
Model | Delta | Cowley |
Year Released | 1981 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 147 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2440 mm |