1983 Holden Statesman vs. 1957 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1983 Holden Statesman is newer by 26 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Holden Statesman (169 HP) has 116 more horse power than 1957 Morris Cowley. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Statesman weights approximately 600 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, 1983 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Cowley. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Cowley. 1983 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1957 Morris Cowley has manual transmission. 1957 Morris Cowley will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Statesman | 1957 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Holden | Morris |
| Model | Statesman | Cowley |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2440 mm |
