1985 Citroen BX vs. 1958 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1985 Citroen BX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen BX (58 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1958 Morris Cowley. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Cowley weights approximately 130 kg more than 1985 Citroen BX.
Because 1958 Morris Cowley is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Morris Cowley. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Cowley. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 1958 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | BX | Cowley |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |
